Allows prevailing defendants in defamation or libel cases to receive attorney's fees if the communication was made without malice and related to.
The Speak Your Truth Act permits a prevailing defendant in a civil action for defamation or libel to receive reasonable attorney's fees and costs if the communication was made without malice and related to incidents of sexual assault, harassment, or discrimination. The plaintiff must pay these fees, but the court may limit the award if it finds exceptional circumstances. The definition of "communication" includes factual information related to workplace harassment or discrimination, retaliation, or acts by a housing authority.
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