Defamation Law, Procedure and Practice (4th Ed)

A comprehensive and practical work that outlines the law and focuses on both the practical and tactical aspects of case preparation. Defamation Law, Procedure and Practice:

Outlines the law and focuses on both the practical and tactical aspects of case preparation

Delivers a clear, concise and accessible approach to this very complex area of law

Includes key case law and has been fully updated to include important developments, including those resulting from the Human Rights Act 1998

Sets out the up-to-date law and details practical guidance on defamation claims

Covers basic principles and specific defences including Fair Comment and Qualified Privilege, chapter-by-chapter

Covers every aspect in a logical order, including remedies and appeals

Contains useful forms and precedents

Includes a glossary of the main legal terms Appendices contain all relevant extracts of Statutes, fully annotated

Reproduces key legislation

Includes a wealth of new material on Qualified Privilege—Reynolds; Offer of Amends, Abuse of process, Internet; and Defamation and privacy

Written by an authoritative source