“The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last Tuesday that Web loggers, website operators and e-mail list editors can’t be held responsible for libel for information they republish, extending crucial First Amendment protections to do-it-yourself online publishers.
Online free speech advocates praised the decision as a victory. The ruling effectively differentiates conventional news media, which can be sued relatively easily for libel, from certain forms of online communication such as moderated e-mail lists. One implication is that DIY publishers like bloggers cannot be sued as easily.” [Wired News]
First Ammendment Protection for Bloggers
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals extends First Ammendment protection to Bloggers…
First Ammendment Protection for Bloggers
Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals extends First Ammendment protection to Bloggers…