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Getty Images Letter Forum / Masterfile Letter

« on: March 12, 2014, 02:40:51 PM »

I am a volunteer with my local Humane Society, and we recently received a letter from Masterfile (you know the drill). The image in question was a small image of a cat and dogs that came with a free template we downloaded from our website host back in 2006. Our group is entirely staffed by volunteers, and of course we don't have expertise in this. I was wondering if it would be inappropriate to contact the photographer who took the picture and explain our situation. I would think that artists have the power to help, but wondered if anyone had experience with that. Also, any other wise words would be most appreciated. I'm trying to keep everyone from getting into a state of panic over this. Another something to note is that our society is in its last year or so of work... we are winding down due to the fact that there are many other organizations in our area that are doing the same type of work with more resources. Does Masterfile have any legal standing to "come after" individuals? Or will they "go away" when we close? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.