The Front Row View (entertainment insurance blog)
Why do fictional character names need to be researched?
3 October, 2022 • Nathaniel LymanIn a scripted context, it is an important step for there to be a script report that is ordered. This is a research document done by a separate research company and they will take the proper names used in the script (full character names with first and last names), proper names of fictitious businesses or organizations ...
Does the film insurance clearance lawyer ever work with the film production art department?
29 September, 2022 • Nathaniel LymanI always advise clients to work with the art department and the production designer in the lead-up to the shoot. Oftentimes, there are props, set dec, or other items that make it onto the frame that contain copyrighted works or have trademarks. Or products could be used in a way that the owner of those products did not...
Can an Idea be Copyrighted? | Film Producer's E&O Insurance
26 September, 2022 • Nathaniel LymanThere is no copyright in ideas but there is copyright in specific expression of ideas. So, if you have an idea and you are able to express it in some sort of work that is defined in the Copyright Act (Canada); e.g., if you write it down, it’s a literary work; if you film it, it’s a cinematographic work; if you put it i...
How can a film producer obtain permission to use content protected by copyright?
20 September, 2022 • Doran ChandlerHow can a film producer obtain permission to use content protected by copyright? A lawyer explains. It happens more often than you might expect: a producer completes a film, locks picture, makes a sale, and then drops by our law office to inquire about “clearing” the film for Errors & Omissions insurance coverage. ...
How does a specialized film insurance broker compare to general insurance brokers?
15 September, 2022 • Steve BeattyIf you go to a general commercial broker, they’re not going to understand the nuances of film production insurance because they’re not doing it. Yes, they may understand manufacturing well and there are other things they may know, but it usually isn’t film insurance. We do tend to receive a lot of calls and emails from...
Film Insurance: E&O Claims Made Policies Vs. Occurrence Policies
30 August, 2022 • Mike GronerCLAIMS MADE E&O POLICIES Claims Made E&O Policies cover claims that are made during the policy term. The loss may have occurred in the past, but as long as it is reported during the current policy term, it can trigger coverage. In order for coverage to continue, the policy must stay in force. With this type of ...
Film Production Insurance: Why it is Needed.
4 November, 2021 • David HamiltonProduction insurance is a vital part of any production. All productions should be insured to protect the producers from financial disaster resulting from property damage or liability arising from the production or post-production process. Even if the producer is willing to assume these risks, they will still need insur...
DOC Report: What Are Film Festivals For?
20 September, 2021 • David HamiltonSource: Royalty-free stock photo, shutterstock_1192797694 Documentary filmmakers and producers, in case you missed it, we wanted to draw your attention to this informative report from the Documentary Organization of Canada (DOC) published in 2019: What Are Film Festivals For? DOWNLOAD THE REPORT HERE The report contain...
Producer’s E&O: Contact a clearance lawyer early to avoid problems!
17 February, 2021 • Heather Watt and Lori MassiniSource: Royalty-free stock photo ID: 1484401412, Shutterstock Film Producer’s E&O Insurance: Contact a clearance lawyer early to avoid problems during your shoot Guest blog post by Producer Essentials As production counsel – the lawyer for the producer or production company that is creating a film or show – we are ...
US Filmmakers: Entertainment Insurance 101 (Budgets under $100K)
15 May, 2020 • David HamiltonSource: Shutterstock Royalty-free stock illustration ID: 735595339 So you wrote a killer script, put together a budget, found your talent, and you’re ready to shoot your first project. You set the dates, bright-eyed, excited, and you go to rent some production equipment, and maybe a couple of props or costumes. You get...
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