Legal Question in Entertainment Law in New York

''Man on the Street'' and Panel Discussions

I have random shots of people walking down the street. Do I need to have this sign a release form for TV broadcast?

Also, how about panel discussions where I was allowed to cover it as a member of the press and was open to the public?


Asked on 12/02/06, 8:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Stephen Loeb Law Office of Stephen R. Loeb

Re: ''Man on the Street'' and Panel Discussions

It depends on how you are using the footage. If you are using it for commercial gain, you need a release. If you are using it as part of a bonafide news story or for artisitc value, no.

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Answered on 12/03/06, 9:04 am


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