This comprehensive guide for aspiring and professional photographers covers all of their legal and business concerns, providing answers to questions that can mean the difference between success and ruin. The Law (in Plain English) for Photographers is an invaluable resource that encompasses a wide range of issues from trademarks and censorship to insurance and agents. Readers will find information on:--censorship and obscenity--the rights of privacy and publicity--organizing as a business--tax deductions for the home office--relevant court cases--photography organizations--releases, contracts, and other formsThe revisions for this third edition also cover key digital issues, such as the Copyright Office's new online registration process; post-9/11 rules for shooting in "sensitive" environments; and updates to right of privacy laws. Not only can this book save thousands in attorney's fees, it also explains how to find good legal assistance when necessary.
