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Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

Jenny5150 Posted:

Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

I have a number of photos (most from other photographers) posted in my ultimateweddings.com gallery.

Someone just posted this in my gallery:
'Isn't this photograph protected under copy-right law?

Do you think I should remove all photos that weren't taken by me?

The person that posted just joined today and only posted that one comment. They haven't made any other posts, which has me concerned.


Opinions please!!!
Stacey1403 Posted:

Re: Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

I really don't know but ew on them for making you feel bad
starhead Posted:

Re: Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

I am a lawyer - remove them. If they're protected by copyright, it's illegal to post without their consent.

starhead Posted:

Re: Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

I don't want to say definitely you could get in trouble but to be in on the safe side....take them down.

Jenny5150 Posted:

Re: Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

starhead, I just don't want to end up w/a lawsuit on my hands. They're coming down!





Valenia Posted:

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Every proof that anyone has posted is protected by a copyright.

karen32 Posted:

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Technically it is illegal, but I think most photographers view the postings as a way to get new business. I think if you tried to profit off the photos, the photographer would definitely come after you.

Sonicstef Posted:

Re: Uhoh! Any lawyers out there?

I dont think any normal photographer is going to have issue with your posting provided you didnt claim credit for them (as Im sure you did not). If you are really worried about it - just email your photographer and ask if its okay. Im sure he will be happy to get the free publicity.

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