 | View Full Version : Legal Issues.. watchj 11-11-2002, 01:27 AM Hi - I am researching some of the legal issues that rise when hosting client content. I am looking for resources that Hosts and ISPs use when determing their legal responsibilities....can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks.. j Acronym BOY 11-11-2002, 01:37 AM A lawyer. Settle for nothing less. silversurfer 11-11-2002, 01:56 AM It's always good to cover yourself and it is a one-time cost. The cost is worth the lack of legal issues in future. chet 11-11-2002, 02:16 AM Since not all lawyers are versed in the subject, it is good to have a bit of knowledge yourself. Check out http://www.chillingeffects.org - it is probably the definitive resource on the web for IP law as it relates to hosting. Chet ZBoca 11-11-2002, 03:21 AM Originally posted by chet Since not all lawyers are versed in the subject, it is good to have a bit of knowledge yourself. Check out http://www.chillingeffects.org - it is probably the definitive resource on the web for IP law as it relates to hosting. Chet Good resource you have there.. Always opt. for a lawyer though.. Zak chet 11-11-2002, 05:55 AM Agreed, but I have gone to a lawyer who was clueless to ideas like safe harbor. But if you scratch around enough, or as in my case, know enough lawyers, someone will have a clue. As with doctors, you wouldn't go to a heart surgeon for your big toe. But unlike doctors, most lawyers won't admit what they do not know, so go in having some idea so you can tell a heart surgeon from a foot doctor. Chet madmouser 11-11-2002, 06:16 AM You really should talk to a lawyer. But do find one who is experienced in Internet law. A couple of resources: http://www.bitlaw.com/ http://www.provider.com/contracts.htm http://www.findlaw.com/01topics/ And search for a lawyer near you who specializes in Internet Law here: http://lawyers.martindale.com/xp/Martindale/home.xml |