2007-05-05 18:21:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in News & Events ➔ Media & Journalism
Couldn't say for sure, but the U.S. is a sue-happy country. You can sue for anything, and you may or may not win, depending on the details. I don't think you have much of a chance on doing anything that would result in your favor, though, unless the picture was used in such a way to slander either you or another person. Here's a site that could provide you with some better answers:
http://photo.net/bboard/q-and-a-fetch-msg?msg_id=00521r
2007-05-05 18:26:00 · answer #1 · answered by MaxS 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe that it would depend on the circumstances of the photo.
If you are in a public place, taking part in a public activity, I don't believe you would have grounds to bring suit. For example if you were photographed in a public venue attending a concert when you should have been at work, you are s.o.l. if your boss spots it in the newspaper. The photo was not publish with malicious intent.
Only if the photos were an invasion or your privacy such as photos taken through windows of a private home, when the subject was unaware of the photographer might give grounds for suit.
These comment come from common sense and some observation of the legal system. I am not an attorney, nor do I portray one on stage or screen. though I have played cop roles a few times.
Doc
2007-05-05 18:29:33 · answer #2 · answered by Doc Hudson 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the circumstances, but the chances of this working in your favor are slim. By being out in the public sphere (this could include you merely walking down the street), the media may take your photo and print it.
2007-05-05 18:25:32 · answer #3 · answered by StellaBtheWriter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so, at least if you're in a public place. Unless you're part of a significant news story, though, our people always ask, if for no other reason than that's the easiest way to make sure the name is spelled correctly.
2007-05-05 18:25:13 · answer #4 · answered by 2n2222 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were out in public - so far as I know - anyone can take a picture of anything - and so long as it is not obscene, can publish it. (Just check-out the tabloids in the grocery store)
2007-05-05 18:30:24 · answer #5 · answered by Hope 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately no you can't. If its taken in a place other than your work or home, you are out of luck.
2007-05-09 05:13:20 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
nope, that is the freedom of the press.
If you are in public or are viewable from a public area..they can if they choose to.
Now if they break into your property..that is different.
2007-05-05 18:32:40 · answer #7 · answered by Paul D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF YOU ARE OUT IN PUBLIC THEN NO
IF THEY STUCK A CAMERA THRU YOUR BEDROOM WINDOW, THEN YES
2007-05-06 11:35:00 · answer #8 · answered by NATIVE NEW YORKER 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋