I think I understand Darrell James Roodt, the filmmaker’s view, on why he does not need and will not seek Winnie Mandela’s permission to make a story on her life. On its face, even legally speaking, he is right. But, further poking both from a legal and public relations perspective shows it makes no sense for him to follow the …
News Flash: Celebs If You Walk the Red Carpet, You Consent to Use of Your Image
Long time readers of UDUAK LAW FIRM BLOG have seen me use the term, “nonsense and rubbish” where a legal news, lawsuit etc. amounts to “nonsense and rubbish.” This latest suit, which was rightfully dismissed, gets a “nonsense and rubbish” nod from me. A celebrity sues because she walked the red carpet, photographers took her images and sold it. She …