Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist

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Book Synopsis: Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist offers aspiring and working journalists the practical understanding of law and ethics they must have to succeed at their craft. Instead of covering every nuance of media law for diverse communications majors, Mathewson focuses exclusively on what's relevant for journalists. Even though media law and media ethics are closely linked together in daily journalistic practice, they are usually covered in separate volumes. Mathewson brings them together in a clear and colourful way that practicing journalists will find more useful. Everything a journalist needs to know about legal protections, limitations, and risks inherent in workaday reporting is illustrated with highlights from major court opinions.

Mathewson advises journalists who must often make ethical decisions on the spot with no time for the elaborate, multi-faceted analysis. The book assigns to journalists the hard decisions on ethical questions such as whether to go undercover or otherwise misrepresent themselves in order to get a big story. The ethics chapter precedes the law chapters because ethical standards should underlie a journalist's work at all times. There may be occasions when ethics and law are not parallel, thus calling for the journalist to make a personal judgment.

Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist is user-friendly, written in clear, direct, understandable language on issues that really matter to a working journalist. Supplementary reading of the actual court cases is recommended and links to most cases are provided in the text. The text includes a fine (but purposely not exhaustive) bibliography listing important and useful legal cases, including instructive appellate and trial court opinions, state as well as federal.

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If you're an aspiring or working journalist, Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist is the practical guide you need to succeed in your craft. With a focus solely on what's relevant for journalists, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the legal and ethical considerations that are essential in the field of journalism.

Unlike other books that separate media law and media ethics, Mathewson brings them together in a clear and colorful way, making it easier for journalists to navigate the complex landscape of legal and ethical issues they face on a daily basis.

Whether you're looking for information on legal protections, limitations, or the risks inherent in your reporting, this book has got you covered. Mathewson uses major court opinions to illustrate key concepts and ensure that you have a firm grasp on the legal aspects of your profession.

But Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist goes beyond just teaching you the law. It also explores the ethical dilemmas that journalists often encounter, providing useful guidance on how to make ethical decisions in real-time situations. From undercover reporting to misrepresentation, this book challenges you to think critically and make personal judgments when ethics and law may not align.

With its user-friendly language and practical approach, this book is a must-have for any journalist who wants to navigate the legal and ethical complexities of their profession confidently. In addition, the recommended supplementary reading of actual court cases, with links provided, allows you to delve deeper into the subject matter and enhance your understanding.

Make the smart choice for your journalistic career - get Law and Ethics for Today's Journalist and equip yourself with the knowledge and tools you need to excel in your field.

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