Extract to table

The plaintiff must state and substantiate a legally sufficient claim

The standard at this stage is minimal—the plaintiff need not prove its case, but must show that the claim has "minimal merit

This is a relatively low threshold: the plaintiff must show that its claim has "minimal merit" by presenting sufficient evidence to sustain a favorable judgment if the evidence is credited

16(f), a special motion to strike must be filed within 60 days of service of the complaint unless the court allows a later filing for good cause

The hearing on the motion must be set within 30 days of filing, unless the docket does not permit and the court sets a later date

Conversely, if the motion is denied and the court finds that the motion was "frivolous or is solely intended to cause unnecessary delay," the court shall award RGC its costs and reasonable attorneys' fees