Libel
By: Peter A. Downard
Edition: 3rd ed.
Publisher: LexisNexis Canada
Published: 2014
Place of publication: Markham
Language: eng
Number of pages: 350
ISBN-13: 9780433477730
Subjects: Libel and slander
Description: "Libel, 3rd Edition guides you through the thicket of rules, exceptions, shifting onuses and other legal considerations. Coverage includes cases decided since publication of the 2nd edition in 2010, what constitutes defamation, the remedies available, defences available and how defamation ties into privacy laws. The book combines all commentary and analysis into a convenient, user-friendly volume."--Publisher's website.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Chapter 1. Libel Law and Legal Values; title: Chapter 2. Libel and Freedom of Expression; title: Chapter 3. The Defamatory Statement; title: Chapter 4. Reference to the Plaintiff; title: Chapter 5. Publication; title: Chapter 6. Justification; title: Chapter 7. Absolute Privilege; title: Chapter 8. Reports Privileged By Statute; title: Chapter 9. Qualified Privilege At Common Law; title: Chapter 10. Responsible Communication; title: Chapter 11. Fair Comment; title: Chapter 12. Consent; title: Chapter 13. Notice Requirements and Limitation Periods; title: Chapter 14. Remedies; title: Chapter 15. Slander and Other Torts.