Taking wedding photographer to small claims court can he use whats one the video against me?

[osryd]

yes, he can bring anything to court to help defend his case.good luck!

[kendrix]

You did not mention what offence he has committed or why you are dragging him to court. It is not the question of whether the photographer can use what is in the video or not. If he is put on the stand, it is natural for one to use whatever material he has to defend him, if it is to his advantage. Whether the evidence will be taken into consideration or not is another matter as it will depend on the circumstances surrounding the case.

[ern]

Why are you so concerned about the video being used against you? Does it show bad behavior on your part? Or that you had a little too much to drink?

Are you taking the photographer to court because he took pictures that aren't flattering, he didn't act appropriately, or that the package you bought wasn't what you thought it would be?

There are so many variations to this situation and the court may find in favor of the photographer because some brides are unreasonable.

[parnell]

In what way? You don't say what you're taking him to small claims court for. If it's because you're unhappy with the quality of his work, he may use the video to demonstrate the quality. If you're taking him to court because he hasn't given you what you paid for, then all the video proves is that the day was filmed.

All depends.

[gowan]

Yes, he can. Any photos or videos he takes are his own intellectual property, even after he gives you copies. It stated that in the contract that you signed. If he has you on video acting like a total ***** or refuting something that you are trying to claim, obviously you're going to lose.