Media Law and Defamation

From the outset, the firm has defended news stations, newspapers, and other publications against libel and defamation claims. We routinely advise newspapers and other entities regarding Freedom of Information Act and publication review issues, and represent those clients in the litigation associated with such matters. We represent media entities that receive third-party subpoenas seeking source information, and we regularly challenge court-issued prior restraints that restrict First Amendment rights. The firm is counsel for the Arkansas Press Association. We also prepare a general compilation of Arkansas state law regarding privacy and related decisions against the media for the Fifty State Survey published by the Libel Defense Resource Center.