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Hello Filmmakers!
Welcome to the fourth issue of the Johnsonese Brokerage's Film Production Insurance Newsletter. The goal of our newsletter is to provide useful information about insurance to the film and video production industry.
Our small business can work quickly to meet your production schedule! Contact us for all your film insurance needs.
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Spielberg's 'Disturbia' Didn't Violate 'Rear Window' Copyright, Court Says |
"Disturbia," the 2007 film made by Steven Spielberg's production company, didn't infringe the copyright of Alfred Hitchcock's "Rear Window" or the short story that the older movie was based on, a New York judge ruled.
 "Murder From a Fixed Viewpoint" was written in 1942 by Cornell Woolrich and first appeared in "Dime Detective Magazine," according to court papers. Hitchcock's "Rear Window" film adaptation came out in 1954.
"The total look and feel of the works is so distinct that no reasonable trier of fact could find the works substantially similar within the meaning of copyright law," the judge said in her ruling.
-Bloomberg, September 22, 2010
Errors & Omissions insurance is design to protect against these types of costs, including legal fees.
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Lawsuit over Beyonce Filming Dismissed |
A Los Angeles man who sued Beyonce Knowles claiming a music video shoot "shattered" his privacy has dropped the case.
The plaintiff claimed that the all-day shooting of Knowles' video for 'Why Don't You Love Me' disrupted his privacy in his Hollywood Hills neighborhood. The suit alleged that his driveway was blocked and the video shoot lasted until 11 pm.
-9 News, September 9, 2010
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Landmark Oklahoma Drive-In Burns |
A large fire devastated the storied Admiral Twin Drive-In on September 3rd. The Tulsa drive-in opened in 1951. It became famous in 1982 when Francis Ford Coppola shot "The Outsiders" on location in Tulsa, including a scene at the Admiral Twin.
 The original wooden structure that supported the drive-in's screens was completely destroyed. Replacement costs are estimated at $300,000.
-Tulsa World, September 3, 2010
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California Store Pays $550,000 Fine for Discouraging Workers Comp Claims |
An investigation determined that managers at a California grocery store regularly suggested that employees turn to their own health insurance for work-related injuries rather than filing workers comp claims. Nearly all states require that employers provide worker comp insurance to cover work-related injuries and diseases.
The store agreed to pay $550,000 in fines and investigation costs, plus $30,000 to an education fund, plus potentially an additional $150,000 for any violations within the next five years.
It is important to know your responsibilities under workers comp laws in your state.
-Compensation Management News, July 20, 2010
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The Johnsonese Brokerage can assist you with most of your film and video insurance needs. To get started immediately call 773.857.0242 or Email info@johnsonese.com.
Thanks,
Christopher Johnson
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About the Johnsonese Brokerage | The Johnsonese Brokerage LLC is a licensed and bonded independent insurance agency focused on insuring creative businesses.
Who we insure:
-Production Companies
-Independent Films -DICE Productions -Short-Term Productions -Editing Facilities -Recording Studios -Photographers -Prop Companies -Equipment Providers -Costume Companies -Film Festivals -Special Events We are licensed in the states of California (license #0G69323), Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas and Wisconsin. |
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| Common Insurance Terms
1. EPLI
Employment Practices Liability Insurance; coverage for employers' losses relating to wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment and similar employee claims
2. HNOA
Hired/Non-Owned Auto; coverage for vehicles that are rented or borrowed, but not owned, by the business
3. SIR
Self-Insured Retention; similar to a deductible, it is the portion of a loss that is paid by the insured
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We Now Represent The Hartford!
We have a new appointment with Hartford insurance. Hartford is an 'A' rated carrier that has been in business for over 200 years. We look forward to offering Hartford products to new and old clients alike!
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| New Team Member
We are please to welcome a new team member this month. Kate Migon has joined the Johnsonese Brokerage as an agent. She will help us serve our clients even better in the coming months.
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AmWins
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AXA
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Chubb
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CNA
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Hartford
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Insurance Noodle
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Markel
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Paychex
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Philadelphia
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Risk Placement Services
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