I just read this article in the New York Sun and I think it's pretty interesting:
Bill Would Tie Down Runaway Photographers
For the full article, click HERE.
In brief, the city of New York is proposing a bill that would force photographers to pay fines and damages to clients if they don't deliver the promised goods. City Council will vote on this legislation that will cause wedding photographers AND bridal shops to have to register with the city and post a $5000 bond with the Department of Consumer Affairs. The bond would allow spurned clients to claim damages and the fines would range from $1000-$5000. This proposed legislation all stemmed from a Staten Island case in which an unscrupulous photographer ran away with a young couple's money and never delivered their engagement photos.
I am all for protection of the consumer (and definitely my brides!) because I know it's a horrible feeling to get burned by an unethical vendor--especially for one of the most important events you'll ever have. That being said, there are unethical vendors in all industries and in all categories of the incredible wedding machine, unfortunately. Is it fair to target just one sector?
What do you think about this proposed legislation? We'd love to hear your comments!
Photo Credit: Paul Fortino
1 comments:
As a professional photographer, I welcome this legislation. This would only increase my income. Many "weekend warriors" as we call them, would exit this profession as they become liable to Brides and Grooms. I've been there and seen the expense of creating memorable images for couples. I've also have talked to many unhappy people who question my professionalism because of vendors who have not delivered on their promises at a much lower price. It still is said...."You get what you pay for."
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