Posted by Rick Merrill on 10/25/07 19:42

Richard Crowley wrote:
> "Rick Merrill" wrote ...
>> Bill wrote:
>> ...
>>> Am I correct to presume a wedding or dance recital would require the
>>> "sync license"?
>> Videographers film weddings all the time with no concerns,
>
> That displays a complete ignorance of the law and the risks.
> It says nothing about the legality of the practice.

I never said a jot about legality, just practicality.

>> as long as it is a private event for private use only.
>
> That is one popular belief. Alas, it is completely false.

Not "completely" - depends on where you live as to whether there is hot
pursuit.

>> Can you imagine the cost and publicity backlash if a music company tried
>> to sue newly weds?!
>
> It has already happened.

Do you have a URL for example to back up your assertion?

> And RIAA goes after infringers of
> copyright of all types, including wedding videographers.

Of course they do, but not in Podunk.

> Please don't offer specious "legal advice" here. Some unsuspecting
> folk might actually believe you know what you are talking about.

They get what they pay for. And you should add "IANAL" to your postings,
especially since you like to project authority.

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