20
Legal Issues
This chapter outlines the important legal and financial issues that come with producing a show. The following sections cover areas such as copyright, fair use, clearances, releases, and contracts. I also explain issues with items that affect every filmmaker, such as insurance and the completion bond. The purpose of the insurance discussion is to simplify the subject for many readers who might find it intimidating. Finally, the legal section explains how having a lawyer, though it may be expensive, may save money in the end.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
The Free Legal Dictionary defines intellectual property (IP) as “intangible ...
Get The Complete Guide to Film and Digital Production, 3rd Edition now with the O’Reilly learning platform.
O’Reilly members experience books, live events, courses curated by job role, and more from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers.
