The ability to protect your sources and newsgathering materials is often critical to your being able to gather information and inform the public. In the course of assembling information for an article, post, podcast, or other work, you may obtain information that, for a...
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An intrusion on seclusion claim is a special form of invasion of privacy. It applies when someone intentionally intrudes, physically or otherwise, upon the solitude or seclusion of another. In most states, to make out an intrusion on seclusion claim, a plaintiff must...
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" Statute of Limitations " is a term used by courts to describe the maximum amount of time plaintiffs can wait before bringing a lawsuit after the events they are suing over have occurred. This time limit is typically set by state statute and is intended to...
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While you can't always eliminate your legal risks when gathering news or information, there are a number of ways you can minimize your risk of being on the receiving end of an intrusion or other newsgathering related lawsuit. Some suggestions include: Make sure you gather...
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Intrusion law in California does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. California courts have adopted the elements of a claim for intrusion outlined in the Restatement (Second) of Torts...
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Intrusion law in the District of Columbia does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. As result, you should follow the general advice outlined in the section on Practical Tips for...
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Intrusion law in Florida does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. See Wolfson v. Lewis, 924 F. Supp. 1413, 1419 (E.D. Pa. 1996) (interpreting Florida law), which highlights Florida's...
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Intrusion law in Georgia does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. See Cabaniss v. Hipsley , 151 S.E.2d 496, 499-500 (Ga. App. 1966). As result, you should follow the general advice...
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Intrusion law in Illinois does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. See Burns v. Masterbrand Cabinets, Inc. , 874 N.E.2d 72, 75-77 (Ill. Ct. App. 2007). As result, you should follow the...
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Intrusion law in Indiana does not differ in any significant way from the law described in the General Elements of an Intrusion Claim section of this guide. See Cullison v. Medley, 570 N.E.2d 27, 31 (Ind. 1991). As result, you should follow the general advice outlined in the...
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