- This event has passed.
Defamation Libel & Slander 2024 – Webcast
March 12 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Defamation Libel & Slander 2024 – Webcast
Tue., Mar. 12, 2024
9:00 AM Tue. – 11:00 AM
1.5 sub/0.5 eth
Regular: $149.00
New Attorney: $75.00
To Register: https://www.pbi.org/Meetings/Meeting.aspx?ID=46519
This Continuing Legal Education (CLE) course focuses on defamation law, with a spotlight on libel and slander. Defamation poses unique challenges for legal professionals, as it involves protecting individuals and entities from false statements that harm their reputation. Registrants will gain an understanding of the legal principles and contemporary issues surrounding defamation, libel, and slander.
Defamation Basics
* Understand key elements of a defamation claim
* Differentiate between libel (written or published defamation) and slander (spoken defamation)
* Examine the balance between free speech rights and the protection of reputation
Litigation Surrounding the 2020 Election
* Discuss notable cases and their implications for legal professionals
* Analyze how technology and social media impact the landscape of libel cases
Trial Publicity and Avoiding Pitfalls – Ethical Considerations
* Examine the ethical responsibilities and challenges associated with representing clients in defamation matters