Full Description
Current through the most recent Supreme Court term, MAJOR PRINCIPLES OF MEDIA LAW, 2016 delivers a comprehensive summary of the latest additions, changes, and developments in communication law. The text fully integrates recent developments through July 1 -- the end of the Court's 2014-15 term -- and is available in August for fall classes. Reflecting the authors' experience in the courtroom and classroom, the text focuses on the issues more important to media law, while student-friendly features help you truly engage with the material. "Focus On" sidebars explore key legal issues in more depth, end-of-chapter "What should I know about my state?" features highlight key issues from your home state, and in-margin definitions of glossary terms make even the most complex topics easy to understand.
Contents
1. The American Legal System.2. The Legacy of Freedom.3. Modern Prior Restraints.4. Libel and Slander.5. The Right of Privacy.6. Copyrights and Trademarks.7. Fair Trial-Free Press Conflicts.8. Newsgatherer's Privilege.9. Freedom of Information.10. Obscenity and the Law.11. Regulation of Electronic Media.12. Media Ownership Issues.
