Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights, establishing automatic copyright ownership for photographers, and regulating licensing and assignment of rights in photographic works
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018: Legislation governing the handling, storage, and processing of personal data, including requirements for managing client information and rights regarding images of identifiable individuals
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Key consumer protection legislation covering fair terms and conditions, quality of service requirements, cancellation rights, and pricing transparency for consumer contracts
Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982: Establishes legal requirements for quality of service provisions and reasonable care and skill in service delivery
Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999: Governs the rights of individuals who are photographed but are not direct parties to the contract
Equality Act 2010: Ensures non-discrimination in service provision and requires reasonable accommodations where necessary
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Regulates contracts formed through electronic means, providing requirements for electronic contract formation and execution
Professional Indemnity Insurance: Requirements for professional insurance coverage to protect against claims of professional negligence or breach of contract
Model Release Requirements: Legal considerations for obtaining proper consent from individuals being photographed for commercial use of their images
Property Release Considerations: Legal requirements for obtaining permission to photograph and use images of private property or copyrighted locations
Payment Terms Regulations: Legal framework governing payment schedules, late payment penalties, and financial terms in service contracts
Cancellation and Refund Policies: Legal requirements for establishing fair and compliant cancellation terms and refund procedures
