Posted by rynato on 01/11/01 11:49

I've been approached to edit a documentary. The budget is small but not
ridiculously miniscule... in other words it's worth accepting the job,
but for one catch...



....the topic at hand is a case of anti-semitic discrimination involving
an HOA and neighbors who worked to harass this man into moving out.

I have learned enough about the situation and the proposed project
that I feel secure this is not just a vendetta nor is the guy a flake.
However these neighbors proved very litigious with him and I am
concerned that if I get involved in this project, I will end up getting
sued even if we are careful not to identify anyone by name nor show his
image.

I would still like to work this project. What do you do in this
situation - what sort of agreement would be appropriate in this
situation? I am thinking of some sort of legal agreement that they will
assume the costs for any legal defense I may require if I am sued, plus
that they pay any damages which I am assessed should I be successfully
sued. This includes any suits for libel or slander.

I am just the editor but I am assuming that I am legally exposed if
the former neighbors decide to get legal about this. As you all know we
live in a litigious society.

Constructive advice appreciated.

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