num_pages: 227
description: This user-friendly text sets out in a logical order the sequence of events in a case of defamation. It covers#58; the first decision as to what is defamatoryP the letter before the actionP any application for an injunctionP statement of claimP and defence following through to trial.PReflecting the fact that most cases are settled out of court, the book also includes advice on Statements in open court as well as clear steps for practitioners in each stage of a libel action.PThe book also examines the recent reforms to this branch of law following the proposals of the Neill Committee's report. An entire chapter is devoted to pleadings in defamation actions and full details of defences available are covered here also. It is intended for#58; solicitors (specializing in media law)P commercial media lawyersP night lawyersP common law barristersP company secretariesP and in-house lawyers.
language: English
title: Defamation: Law and Practice
titlecomplete: Defamation: Law and Practice (Practitioner Series)
publisher: Sweet & Maxwell