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Law of the written word : a legal guide for writers in Canada / by Douglas R. Mah & Jason J.J. Bodnar.
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Title:Law of the written word : a legal guide for writers in Canada / by Douglas R. Mah & Jason J.J. Bodnar.
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Author/Creator:Mah, Douglas R., 1956-
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Other Contributors/Collections:Bodnar, Jason J. J.
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Published/Created:Toronto : Carswell, 2013
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Location:LAW LIBRARY (level 3)Where is this?
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Call Number: KE2900 .M33 2013
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Number of Items:1
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Status:Available
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Location:LAW LIBRARY (level 3)Where is this?
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Library of Congress Subjects:Authors, Canadian--Legal status, laws, etc.
Authors, Canadian--Handbooks, manuals, etc.
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Description:xviii, 591 pages : ill. ; 23 cm
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Summary:"This publication is the first of its kind in Canada. It is intended as a comprehensive guide to the workings of the Canadian legal system and Canadian law from the perspective of professional writers and professional writing students with topics including the courts, the criminal law, the law of copyrights, defamation, freedom of speech and the basic workings of the Charter of Rights, and basic principles of contract law. A concluding chapter covers the professional responsibilities of writers in society. The book inlcudes a set of sample exam questions that cover the various concepts discussed in the book, providing an invaluable study aid for professional writing students. Whether you are a professional writer or studying to be one, this book will assist you in understanding your legal rights and responsibilities as a creative person"--back cover.
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Notes:Includes bibliographical references and index.
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ISBN:0779855566
9780779855568
9780779855551
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Contents:Introduction to the Canadian legal system
Civil procedure for writers
Criminal procedure for writers
Legal cases and legal research for writers
Writers' status: freelance or employee
Freelance writing for a living
Contracts for writers
Copyright for writers
Law of defamation
Information, confidentiality and privacy
Publication bans and contempt
Obscenity and child pornography
Hatred
Professional responsibility.