Photographer getting sued for $500,000

9 years 3 months ago #421508 by Miss Polly
WOW




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9 years 3 months ago #421560 by Max Z
WOW that sucks


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9 years 3 months ago #421570 by Stealthy Ninja
I'd like to say "if he did nothing wrong he should be fine" but from what I hear of the American justice system that's a bit naive
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9 years 3 months ago #421572 by garyrhook
I'd counter-sue after having a lawyer draft a letter explaining that her suit is without merit, and he has a signed release from her anyway.

Assuming he has a signed release.

It's too bad the model isn't smart enough to realize she's an idiot.


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9 years 3 months ago #421593 by hghlndr6
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9 years 3 months ago #421611 by Nancy Hait
This is scary when you think about it.  However I'm wondering what his contact looked like with the client.  Also, there is something that doesn't make sense with regards to how the photo got out to start with? 


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9 years 3 months ago #421667 by Happy-pixel
I see this getting tossed out, doesn't add up IMO


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9 years 3 months ago #421672 by effron

Stealthy Ninja wrote: I'd like to say "if he did nothing wrong he should be fine" but from what I hear of the American justice system that's a bit naive


If you think the American justice is the ONLY messed up system, you would be seriously naive. We just don't keep our insanity a secret......:whistle:

Why so serious?
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9 years 3 months ago #421689 by icepics
Found an article from the Cleveland Plain Dealer (newspaper). It says their agreement was not in writing. The model alleges he sold the photos; the photographer claims the photos were all stolen. Apparently she signed a universal release form that didn't seem to specify what was supposedly agreed on verbally.  

http://www.cleveland.com/court-justice/index.ssf/2014/05/ne_ohio_model_sues_columbus_ph.html

I think this shows why it's necessary to read Terms & Conditions on any and every site used to post photos. And if running a photography business, why it's necessary to consult with a lawyer and/or get professional information about contracts, releases, insurance, etc. etc.

In the type of work I've that was not photography related our agency had liability coverage; to be self-employed or running a business it seems necessary to have liability insurance coverage. And - to get everything in writing!

Sharon
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9 years 3 months ago #421696 by Conner
:blink:   WOW that is scary 


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9 years 3 months ago #421710 by James L
Well something is missing here and I can't put my finger on it. 100% of the sound of it, the contract was ambiguous or more utility base than was was actually needed.

I'm undecided on this one.


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9 years 3 months ago #421781 by MYoung
hmmmmmmmm

I'll be following this.  I too am on the fence.  Something is a bit fishy for me here.  


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