Federal Rule 11 Sanctions

Summary

Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 11 addresses sanctions for frivolous or baseless legal filings. If a claim violates this rule, the opposing party can recover legal fees and costs. For example, if a baseless lawsuit is filed and found to violate Rule 11, the defending party can reclaim their legal expenses. This rule is not applicable if a claim is made with evidence but later proven incorrect, as it targets legally unreasonable or improper claims. In disputes with companies like Amazon, if an account is unjustly suspended without valid evidence, Rule 11 might be invoked to recover legal costs. Consider discussing your specific situation with a legal professional to explore your options.