Defamation

Pre-publication review, or “vetting,” is the process of reviewing news articles, scripts, and footage to address legal concerns.

The Oklahoma Supreme Court should reverse a judgment that endangers the media’s ability to report on matters of public concern.

Court: Texas Supreme Court Date Filed: June 7, 2024 Background: In 2009, Mexican pop singer Gloria Trevi and her family…

Several provisions in the Florida bills would collide with the First Amendment.

Court: U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Date Filed: Nov. 3, 2023 Update: On Nov. 7,…

RCFP explains what actual malice really means, how the legal standard benefits journalists and the public, and more.

A judge's unusual decision in a defamation case may have chilling effects on journalists in New Hampshire.

"[T]his is another instance of Trump using the law as a sword and shield," writes RCFP's Gabe Rottman.

The proposals are receiving strong pushback from conservative politicians and media outlets.

Gabe Rottman tells the human story behind the landmark Supreme Court decision that strengthened protections for the news media.