In This Issue:

- Paul Watler's Perspective

A Million to None in Texas Defamation Rulings — The same red-flag words may yield vastly different results in defamation litigation. Two recent Texas rulings serve as another reminder...

- Newsworthy

JW recently secured dismissal of a case involving defamation and other speech-related claims under Texas' new anti-SLAPP statute (known as the Texas Citizen Participation Act) — one of the first dismissals and award of fees under the statute.

- Bob Latham Reporting

Our roving media attorney writes a column (republished by permission) for SportsTravel magazine. This month's topic: The Champ - A star-studded birthday party for Muhammad Ali shows why the boxing legend has transcended the sport...