Media law is a broad term that covers various legal areas, including the regulation of public and commercial broadcasters, providers of audiovisual media services, and issues such as freedom of expression, defamation, privacy, and publicity rights.
 

In the U.S. media market, commercial broadcasters compete with streaming services and other digital platforms. Over-the-top (OTT) providers like Netflix, YouTube, and social media influencers now occupy a significant part of the media landscape, offering content in ways that didn’t exist just a decade ago. Both national and state regulators are working to keep pace with these developments, and more players are subject to media regulations, even influencers who post sponsored content.
 

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other regulatory bodies monitor compliance with media law to ensure consumer protection from misleading or harmful advertising and to uphold media diversity. At the same time, the law seeks to balance this with the need for a free press and accessible public information.
 

With the rapidly evolving media landscape and increasing regulatory pressures, navigating the legal complexities can be challenging. At Stonebrookfirm, our attorneys are well-versed in the nuances of media law and guide clients—including broadcasters, streaming platforms, video-on-demand services, and influencers—through this intricate legal framework.

Our services:

• Advice on international aspects of media supervision

• Advice on advertising and sponsorship rules

• Advice on the Communications Act and the Telecommunications Act

• Advice on the rules for different audiovisual media service providers

• Litigating cases with regard to media regulation, including against the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

• Litigating cases with regard to press publications and freedom of expression

• Litigating cases with regard to publicity rights