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Author Archives: Amy Cook
A Legal Checklist for Writers
If you answer “yes” to any of these questions, you should take special care that you’re not risking an invasion of privacy or defamation charge.
by Amy Cook
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A Writer’s Guide to Defamation and Invasion of Privacy
Chances are, you’re not the only character in your book. Here’s what every memoir writer needs to know about invasion of privacy, defamation and the law.
by Amy Cook
Government Gold Mine
The Freedom of Information Act allows you access to an array of documents to help you research your next story. Here, WD’s legal expert tells you how to get them. Read more
Do You Need Liability Insurance?
Find out if you need individual liability insurance, and learn how to protect yourself from libel or invasion of privacy claims. Read more
Reality Bites
Use real people, places and things in your writing without getting into trouble. Read more
Talkin’ Trash
Beware the slinging of slang: One man’s compliment may be another man’s defamation suit. Read more
Can the Truth Get a Writer in Trouble?
Basing a fictional character on a real person or including family secrets in your memoir could land you in court. Read more
“Unauthorized” Writings
Find out if you can use trademarks in your story, and discover the difference between copyright infringement and parody. Read more
The Truth About Writing Contests
You can’t win if you don’t enter. But before you do, take a close look at what “winning” really means. Read more
Ask the Lawyer: Writing Together; Writing Sub Rosa
Pinpoint issues to resolve before getting involved in a co-authoring situation, and learn how to write under a pseudonym. Read more