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Journalism 310 – Publication Law

This lecture explores the intricacies of defamation law, covering definitions, key cases such as Youssoupoff v. Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, and the distinctions between libel and slander. It emphasizes the impact of the Internet on defamation, providing insights into digital defamation and online legal considerations. Additionally, the lecture outlines essential defenses against defamation claims, such as justification and fair comment. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal frameworks that protect reputation and the challenges posed by digital communication in the 21st century.

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Journalism 310 – Publication Law

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  1. Journalism 310 – Publication Law Lecture 2 – 3 September 1999 Fahmi Rais Curtin University Of Technology

  2. Defamation • Website Sources • The Defamation Act http://www.lovellwhitedurrant.com/Newsite/CLNTNOTE/Defamation/DEFAMEO.HTM • The Information and Communication Law Site – Defamation http://www.ozemail.com.au/~faslaw/ic5a.htm • Defamation on The Internet http://www.asashop.org/autoinc/jan98/net.htm • Defamation & The Internet http://www.perkinscoie.com/resource/ecomm/cumb026b.htm Curtin University Of Technology

  3. Defamation • Website Sources • Digital Defamation http://www.ssbb.com/digital/html • On-Line Defamation http://www.cl.ais.net/lawmsf/articl14.htm • Website Liber and Slander http://www.steelhector.com/Briefings/Website_LibelandSlander.htm • Cyberspace and The Law of Defamation http://wings.buffalo.edu/Complaw/ComplawPapers/msgrath.html Curtin University Of Technology

  4. Defamation • Introduction – the aims of defamation law (Defamation Act 1974) • Youssoupoff v Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer • Scott v Sampson • Parmitter v Coupland • Sim v Stretch Curtin University Of Technology

  5. Distinctions Between Libel and Slander • Slander – words, transient by nature • Libel – in print, permanent • Injurious Falsehood Curtin University Of Technology

  6. Proof • The words used are defamatory • You are the one referred to • The words are published - words must be heard or read by other parties • Damage (in the case of slander) Curtin University Of Technology

  7. Defences • Justification – words used are true • Fair comment – public interest • Privilege – parliamentary / judicial proceedings - family communication - complaints or reports to authority - employee’s letters to trade union • Innocent publication • Innocent Dissemination • Apology - mitigation Curtin University Of Technology

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