Even if you have done nothing wrong and can provide an adequate defense, the costs involved in a lawsuit can be crippling. For this reason, it is critical to protect yourself at the beginning of any financial relationship. By clearly establishing the terms of your agreement, you can greatly reduce the potential for problems. Photographer Norman Phillips and lawyer Christopher S. Nudo have combined years of experience in their respective fields to create a book that covers the needs of photographers and meets the standards of the legal profession. Packed with sample letters, contracts, forms, and clear, jargon-free explanations of each document, it is a critical resource for professional photographers.

FEATURES: *Model release, property release, estimate, and invoice forms *Sample wedding, portrait, and boudoir photography contracts *Financial concerns, including sales taxes, retainer fees, and payment terms *How laws govern your employees *Displaying and publishing your images