The Law of Journalism and Mass Communication

With its clear and engaging writing, essential coverage and analysis, and substantive discussion of case law, this is a popular and comprehensive introduction to the law of journalism and mass communication. It includes: Photos and feature boxes, as well as a marginal glossary of legal terms and concepts Hypothetical cases which start each chapter and are then followed by a timeline showing landmark cases in context. Real World Law boxes illustrating contemporary examples and emerging topics Points of Law boxes underlining key points and legal tests. A student companion website to help aid review and study. INDICE: Preface1. THE RULE OF LAW: Law in a Changing Communication Environment2. THE FIRST AMENDMENT: Speech and Press Freedoms in Theory and Reality3. SPEECH DISTINCTIONS: Dangers, Fights, Threats and Educational Needs4. LIBEL: The Plaintiff's Case5. LIBEL: Defenses and Privileges6. PROTECTING PRIVACY: Conflicts between the Press, the Government and the Right to Privacy7. EMOTIONAL DISTRESS AND PHYSICAL HARM: When Words and Pictures Hurt8. NEWSGATHERING: Pitfalls and Protections9. REPORTER'S PRIVILEGE: Protecting the Watchdogs10. THE MEDIA AND THE COURTS: Preserving Public Trials and Preventing Prejudice11. ELECTRONIC MEDIA REGULATION: From Radio to the Internet12. OBSCENITY, INDECENCY AND VIOLENCE: Social Norms and Legal Standards13. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: Protecting and Using Intangible Creations14. ADVERTISING: When Speech and Commerce ConvergeEndnotesGlossaryRecommended ReadingsPhoto CreditsText CreditsCase IndexSubject Index

• ISBN: 978-1-4522-3998-9
• Editorial: CQ Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
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• Fecha Publicación: 28/02/2014
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