European and International Media Law

Synopsis

This Book Is The First To Incorporate Current Academic Literature And Case Law On European, Transnational, And International Media Law Into [an Overview]...it Introduces The Legal Framework For Globalised Communication Via Mass Media, And Considers The Transformative Effect Globalisation Has Had On Domestic Media Law. Engaging Case Examples At The Beginning Of Each Chapter, And Questions At The End, Give Students A Clearer Idea Of Legal Problems And Encourage Them To Think Critically. A Wide Variety Of Topics - Including Media Economics, Media Technology, And Social Norms Concerning Media Publications - Are Discussed In Relation To Media Law, And Numerous References To Case Law And Suggestions For Further Reading Allow Students To Conduct Independent Research Easily-- Introduction -- Fundamental Rights And Principles -- Restrictions On Freedom Of Expression And Media Freedom -- The Jurisdictional Question -- Broadcasting And Other Audiovisual Media Services -- Internet Governance And Regulation -- Telecommunications -- Data Protection -- Copyright -- Media Competition Law -- Media Law And State Aid. Jan Oster, Universiteit Leiden. Includes Bibliographical References (pages 550-562) And Index.