Defamation Update - Recent Caselaw Examined

Introduction

This virtual classroom seminar provides an overview of key principles of defamation law, with a focus on recent caselaw.

The live session will ensure that practitioners, both those working in media and information law and in other areas, are apprised of recent developments in the field.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Determination of meaning
• Key defences: truth, opinion, and public interest
• The requirement of serious harm
• Remedies, with a particular focus on the assessment of damages

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.