The law of journalism and mass communication /
Robert Trager, Joseph Russomanno, Susan Dente Ross.
- 3rd ed.
- Washington, D.C. : CQ Press, c2012.
- xxix, 792 p. : ill., map ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 677-721) and index.
The rule of law -- The first amendment -- Speech distinctions -- Libel : the plaintiff's case -- Libel : defenses and privileges -- Protecting privacy -- Emotional distress and physical harm -- Newsgathering -- Reporter's privilege -- The media and the courts -- Electronic media regulation -- Obscenity, indecency and violence -- Intellectual property -- Advertising.
9781608716692 (pbk. : alk. paper)
2011018892
Mass media--Law and legislation--United States. Press law--United States. Freedom of the press--United States.