Legal Question in Technology Law in California
Can I post photos of celebrities on the net on my blog? Can I manipulate a photo and post it on my blog. Its a celebrity look alike site I want to build. Can I post these photos and what are the legalities?
Asked on 3/29/10, 7:41 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Photos taken by other people are copyrighted and you could get sued if you post them without permission. On the other hand, how does Perez Hilton get away with it?
Answered on 4/04/10, 2:13 am
Bryan Whipple
Bryan R. R. Whipple, Attorney at Law
If you took the photos yourself, you can do it. Otherwise, there is a technical copyright infringement, even if you edit the photos significantly. Whether the copyright holder would think it was worthwhile to locate and sue you is another question.
Answered on 4/04/10, 11:56 am
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