Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Clear, concise, and timely, MAJOR PRINCIPLES OF MEDIA LAW, 2017, delivers a comprehensive summary of media law that is current through the 2015-16 Supreme Court term. Thoroughly updated and revised every year, this authoritative text includes the most recent additions, developments, and changes in communication law. The 2017 edition is available in August for fall classes, complete with recent Supreme Court developments through July 1 fully integrated into the text -- not added as an appendix or separate supplement. Providing a more interactive experience with media law topics, insightful "Focus On" sidebars help students explore key legal issues in depth, while end-of-chapter "What should I know about my state?" features highlight key issues from their home states. In addition, detailed in-margin definitions of key terms explain even the most complex topics in a way students can easily understand. Engaging photos and illustrations also help bring legal concepts to life.
Synopsis
Current through the most recent Supreme Court term, MAJOR PRINCIPLES OF MEDIA LAW, 2017, delivers a comprehensive summary of the latest additions, changes, and developments in communication law. This authoritative resource fully integrates recent developments through July 1 -- the end of the Court's 2015-16 term -- and is available in August for fall classes. Drawing from the authors' experience and expertise in both the courtroom and the classroom, the text focuses on the issues most important to media law. Focus On sidebars enable you to explore key legal issues in more depth, and end-of-chapter What should I know about my state? features highlight issues from your home state. In addition, in-margin definitions of glossary terms make even the most complex topics easy to understand.