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Communication Law in America » (2nd Edition)

Book cover image of Communication Law in America by Paul Siegel

Authors: Paul Siegel, Katie Osowiecki
ISBN-13: 9780742553873, ISBN-10: 0742553876
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Date Published: July 2007
Edition: 2nd Edition

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Author Biography: Paul Siegel

Book Synopsis

Siegel's student-friendly approach, lively writing style, and extensive illustrations_including case-specific photos and one-of-a-kind cartoons_present communication law in a highly accessible way. He gives a clear overview of the American judiciary system and covers the key areas, including First Amendment principles, common laws, constitutional considerations, libel laws, privacy factors, copyright and trademark, advertising, protecting news sources, obscenity laws, broadcast regulations, the Internet, and more. An engaging text for courses in communication law and media law.

Table of Contents

Preface
About the Author
Recent Developments in Communication Law
1Introducing the American Legal System1
2The Development of Freedom of Speech35
3Defamation: Common-Law Elements82
4Defamation: First Amendment Limitations114
5Invasions of Privacy157
6Copyright and Trademark197
7Access to Information238
8Reporting on the Judiciary272
9Protecting News Sources311
10Regulation of Advertising341
11Sexually Oriented Speech389
12Broadcast, Cable, and Satellite TV Regulation425
13Communication Law and the Internet481
Glossary528
Case Index538
Subject Index545

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