Posted by ushere on 01/11/62 11:49

rynato@gmail.com wrote:
> 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.
>

i have worked as an editor on many 'investigative' docos that were, if
they hadn't been well researched, open to very serious litigation. as an
editor i was simply paid to edit - the ep / director / producer / etc.,
are responsible for
legals, not the hired hands....

leslie

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