The Front Row View (entertainment insurance blog)
Does the film insurance clearance lawyer ever work with the film production art department?
29 September, 2022 • Nathaniel LymanI always advise clients to work with the art department and the production designer in the lead-up to the shoot. Oftentimes, there are props, set dec, or other items that make it onto the frame that contain copyrighted works or have trademarks. Or products could be used in a way that the owner of those products did not...
Are there film insurance policies for COVID-19?
27 September, 2022 • David McLeishNote: the below information pertains to Canadian productions shooting in Canada. Currently, in Canada, there are no film insurance policies for COVID-19. All of the insurance companies are excluding communicable diseases (including COVID) on their policies. It is kind of like after 9/11, all of the insurance companies ...
Can an Idea be Copyrighted? | Film Producer's E&O Insurance
26 September, 2022 • Nathaniel LymanThere is no copyright in ideas but there is copyright in specific expression of ideas. So, if you have an idea and you are able to express it in some sort of work that is defined in the Copyright Act (Canada); e.g., if you write it down, it’s a literary work; if you film it, it’s a cinematographic work; if you put it i...
How can a film producer obtain permission to use content protected by copyright?
20 September, 2022 • Doran ChandlerHow can a film producer obtain permission to use content protected by copyright? A lawyer explains. It happens more often than you might expect: a producer completes a film, locks picture, makes a sale, and then drops by our law office to inquire about “clearing” the film for Errors & Omissions insurance coverage. ...
How does a specialized film insurance broker compare to general insurance brokers?
15 September, 2022 • Steve BeattyIf you go to a general commercial broker, they’re not going to understand the nuances of film production insurance because they’re not doing it. Yes, they may understand manufacturing well and there are other things they may know, but it usually isn’t film insurance. We do tend to receive a lot of calls and emails from...
Westland Insurance acquires Front Row Insurance Brokers
14 September, 2022 • Westland Insurance GroupWestland Insurance acquires Front Row Insurance Brokers, expanding Commercial practice and entering US market September 6, 2022, Surrey, BC/Territories of the Coast Salish (Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, Tsawwassen first nations) – Westland Insurance is excited to announce that it has acquired Front Row Insurance Brokers...
Film Insurance: E&O Claims Made Policies Vs. Occurrence Policies
30 August, 2022 • Mike GronerCLAIMS MADE E&O POLICIES Claims Made E&O Policies cover claims that are made during the policy term. The loss may have occurred in the past, but as long as it is reported during the current policy term, it can trigger coverage. In order for coverage to continue, the policy must stay in force. With this type of ...
Negative Film & Faulty Stock Insurance
11 August, 2022 • Mike GronerNegative Film & Faulty Stock Insurance Negative Film / Videotape and Faulty Stock Insurance can be put in place to cover the additional expenses that a production company could incur in order to re-shoot or edit footage due to a loss. NEGATIVE FILM & VIDEOTAPE INSURANCE: Coverage against all risks of direct phy...
Photography Insurance Claims: Examples of Worst-Case Scenarios
21 July, 2022 • Grant PattenImage credit: Shutterstock royalty-free stock photo On the fence about buying photography insurance because you think you’re careful with your gear and nothing bad will happen? That is a risky line of thinking that could cost you in the end. Generally speaking, paying the annual cost of an insurance premium will be muc...
Video: How do I add an additional insured to my policy?
19 July, 2022 • Grant PattenJan. 2022 update: please send issued certificates to frcerts@frontrowinsurance.com If you’re applying for a permit to film or photograph on location, or host an event, you may have been asked to provide a certificate of insurance that adds an “additional insured” to your policy. Adding additional insureds to your polic...
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