The Lorain County Bar Association Presents A Boxed Lunch Seminar Journalism, Social Media & the Courts: A New Frontier Featuring Thomas Fladung, Vice President Hennes Communications Thursday, October 13, 2016 Jury Assembly Room, Lorain County Justice Center 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. 1.5 General CLE Hour
This seminar discusses how coverage of the legal system – in conventional media and on social media – has changed in the digital age, and what lawyers need to know about it. A brief history of high-profile media coverage of trials – and the sudden, recent change in how the coverage works; how and why social media is overtaking conventional media like TV, radio and newspapers as the main suppliers of news; how and why social media are now crucial for journalists and why you must understand “iterative reporting”; social media’s impact on jurors and court rulings; the scarcity of research on how social media and digital journalism impact witnesses and trials overall; pros and cons of social media and digital journalism in trial coverage.
Pre-registration is required for lunch. You may register at the door for the seminar only.
COST: LCBA Member $55.00 Non-Member $75.00
*This total includes the $5 surcharge for credit card payments.
Lorain County Justice Center Jury Assembly Room 225 Court Street, 1st Floor Elyria, OH 44035
Mail Registrations to: LCBA 627 W Broad Street Elyria, OH 44035
Call for Credit Cards: 440-323-8416
Cancellation Policy: Individuals canceling up to 48 hours prior to the date of the seminar will be issued a credit for attending a future seminar. Those not attending or those leaving early will receive the course materials in full consideration of the seminar fee paid.
