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sarahsthename

Junior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Oregon

Hello, I am a professional fighter. Recently footage from 2 of my fights were sold to a national TV network without my prior knowledge. I learned of this when others seen it on TV and informed me.

The promotion also changed ownership since one of those fights has happened.

I do not believe the contract I signed mentioned the rights of the video footage. I did not receive copies of the contracts as they were signed at weigh ins and handed back to the promoter. I know insist all contracts are sent to me prior to events.

Here are my questions.

If I request a copy of the contract, are they required to give it to me?

If I confirm there is no mention of the rights of the footage, can they legally sell it to a national TV to be aired?

I own my own business and am concerned about the affect it may have.

Thank you for your time and assistance!
 


HomeGuru

Senior Member
What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Oregon

Hello, I am a professional fighter. Recently footage from 2 of my fights were sold to a national TV network without my prior knowledge. I learned of this when others seen it on TV and informed me.

The promotion also changed ownership since one of those fights has happened.

I do not believe the contract I signed mentioned the rights of the video footage. I did not receive copies of the contracts as they were signed at weigh ins and handed back to the promoter. I know insist all contracts are sent to me prior to events.

Here are my questions.

If I request a copy of the contract, are they required to give it to me?

If I confirm there is no mention of the rights of the footage, can they legally sell it to a national TV to be aired?

I own my own business and am concerned about the affect it may have.

Thank you for your time and assistance!

**A: without reviewing the contract, it is hard to say. You need legal counsel like yesterday.
 

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