Electronic Media Law and Regulation is a case based law text that provides students with direct access to case law as well as the context in which to understand its meaning and impact The text overviews the major legal and regulatory issues facing broadcasting cable and developing media in today s industry Presenting information from major cases rules regulations and legal documents in a concise and readable form this book helps current and prospective media professsionals understand the complex realm of law and regulation Students will learn how to avoid common legal pitfalls and anticipate situations that may have potential legal consequences This sixth edition provides annotated cases with margin notes and new chapters address such timely issues as media ownership freedom of information entertainment rights and cyber law A companion website provides additional materials for students and instructors
