Rob
Bertsche will present sessions on the following topics:
Libel –
How to Stay Out of Court - Rob will provide attendees with an overview of libel, privacy,
and newsgathering law to help teach publishers how to reduce the risk of being
sued.
Internet and Media Law – Rob will lead a discussion on the
impact the Internet is having on issues such as information security,
telemarketing, copyright, privacy, public notices, and e-commerce.
In addition,
Rob will join a panel of experts leading a discussion on the following topics:
From Full-Time to
Freelance: Has Cost Cutting Provided More Freedom With Writers and
Photographers? The panel will discuss how the increased use of freelancers
vs. full-time employees is impacting copyright law, deadlines, copy editing
systems, beat structures, and coverage.
The Free v. Paid Online Content Debate - During these difficult economic times, newspapers are taking a serious look at whether they should charge for online content. This panel will debate the pros and cons of this difficult business decision.
New England
Newspaper and Press Association (NENPA) is a leading trade association
providing services and programs to help its members publish better and more
profitable newspapers. NENPA members
have access to a media law hotline, which is staffed by Prince Lobel media law
attorneys.
