Iric v. TRK (2008) was a media-access suit by Northern Power leader Syv Iric against state broadcaster Tele-Radio Kresimiria (TRK), alleging unequal campaign airtime that favoured Blue Dawn.
Background
Iric argued that TRK’s news and debate scheduling systematically under-covered Northern Power relative to governing-party figures, distorting electoral competition in the northern districts. He sought an equal-airtime order and damages.
Holding
The Inferior Tribunal ruled 8–3 for TRK. The majority held that the broadcaster has a duty to report the Government’s activities, which can justify disproportionate coverage of Blue Dawn officeholders. No damages; no broadcasting injunction.
Legacy
The decision insulated state media from opposition equal-time claims and remains a touchstone in debates over TRK bias. Northern Power shifted toward independent outlets such as Northfocus rather than further airtime litigation. Catalogue: Landmark Cases.