I received a read request from a large management firm who require that I complete and attach their 'submission form'.
I'm wondering what others think of the term below, which would clearly release them from all claims relating to any film which they may subsequently be connected to.
2. You agree that you will not use the Material unless you shall first negotiate with me compensation for such use, but I understand and agree that your use of material containing features and elements similar to or identical with those contained in the Material shall not obligate you to negotiate with me nor entitle me to any compensation if you determine that you have an independent legal right to use such other material which is not derived from me (either because such features and elements were not new or novel, or were not originated by me, or because other persons have submitted or may hereafter submit material containing similar or identical features and elements not derived from me which you have the right to use).
I am not suggesting that their intentions are dishonorable in any way, however an express term of this nature would completely cover someone should they decide to perhaps 'borrow' some of the screenplays elements.
Clem
I'm wondering what others think of the term below, which would clearly release them from all claims relating to any film which they may subsequently be connected to.
2. You agree that you will not use the Material unless you shall first negotiate with me compensation for such use, but I understand and agree that your use of material containing features and elements similar to or identical with those contained in the Material shall not obligate you to negotiate with me nor entitle me to any compensation if you determine that you have an independent legal right to use such other material which is not derived from me (either because such features and elements were not new or novel, or were not originated by me, or because other persons have submitted or may hereafter submit material containing similar or identical features and elements not derived from me which you have the right to use).
I am not suggesting that their intentions are dishonorable in any way, however an express term of this nature would completely cover someone should they decide to perhaps 'borrow' some of the screenplays elements.
Clem
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