Hagemann v. City of Marietta

Phipps, Judge.

Bill Hagemann contends that the trial court erred by not striking counterclaims asserted against him by the City of Marietta, arguing that the counterclaims violate Georgia’s anti-SLAPP (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation) statute, codified at OCGA § 9-li-li. 1. He contends also that the trial court erred by denying his motion for attorney fees under that statute. We agree with Hagemann that the counterclaims violate the statute and therefore reverse the contested rulings. On the issue of attorney fees, we remand this case for proceedings consistent with this…