Why is the study of mass media law and ethics important to a student of mass communication?

This study is important for anyone involved in mass communications or journalism to maintain honesty and integrity in any reporting, whether on social media or traditional media. No misleading information should be allowed to sway the public from the real truth. We learn (A,B & C) in communications - information must BE Accurate, Brief and Clear - ACCURACY,BREVITY,CLARITY. News sources must be credible and reliable. Media Law and ethics keeps everyone reporting any news to stay in check with our facts which is right, equitable, fair , just , dutiful and responsoble.