First Amendment Law: Defamation and Privacy
First Amendment Law: Defamation and Privacy
Wednesday, May 14 |5:30-7 p.m. | Free
This class will explore the laws, federal and state, governing libel, slander and wrongful invasion of privacy. Students will learn about the right to enjoy a good reputation, the elements of a valid defamation claim, the four defenses to such a claim and the four types of wrongful invasion of privacy. Attorney Gregory V. Sullivan, President of the New England First Amendment Coalition, will guide students through this vital area of law, drawing on his extensive experience in media law and right-to-know cases.
This in-person class is at the Nackey S. Loeb School of Communications, inside the NH Institute of Politics building at Saint Anselm College. Driving and parking instructions will be sent to students in advance of classes. Pre-registration is required. Class size is limited.