I work for a graphic design firm. We have a client that would like us to scan certain pictures to use in printing for them. I want them to sign a release form that says we are not responsible for any copyright issues. Any tips?
2007-07-20 07:22:40 · 3 answers · asked by happyfarah88 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Good news and bad news.
Good news: the disclaimer is easy to write.
Bad news: it doesn't matter. No disclaimer absolves you of liability if you infringe a copyright (or other intellectual property right) - and the person who makes the copy is as liable as the person who asks you/hires you to do it.
2007-07-20 07:25:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should get an attorney to draft the agreement for you, if you want to be completely safe.
If you want to do it yourself, somethings to consider....
That you are acting as the agent of the client, and that the copying is done at their request and on their behalf.
That the client has the legal right to make the copies, and would not be infringing copyright if they did it themselves.
That you are relying on these assertions, and that the client agrees to defend and indemnify you if you are charged with infringement.
Things like that are what I would include in a license agreement.
2007-07-20 07:27:14 · answer #2 · answered by coragryph 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, hire a lawyer.
2007-07-20 07:24:56 · answer #3 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋