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Digital photographs used on a website.

While I was an employee of a small corporation, I took some photos to be used on their website. I was told I would be paid for them orally. When I equired as to when I would receive payment I was told by the owner '' I paid you for your time as an employee''. I was led to believe I would be paid for the actual photographs. I have checked the website and these photos are still being used. Can I sue for payment of these, or royalties for using my photos on his website? I still have the original unedited gigital images that I originally shot, and copies of the edited versions that were submited for use on the website.


Asked on 8/21/08, 3:36 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert L. Bennett Law offices of Robert L. Bennett

Re: Digital photographs used on a website.

Go to your nearest small claims court, and get the forms (or use the internet) to file a small claims action. Sue your former employer, and tell your "story" to the judge.

Good luck!

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Answered on 8/21/08, 4:02 pm


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