If they are filming a V show at the restaurant I work at but I don’t want to participate, what are my options?
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If they are filming a V show at the restaurant I work at but I don’t want to participate, what are my options?
I was given 2 days notice and feel trapped, I need to make money but at the same time I am not making as much money because no one wants to eat at a restaurant with 60 film crew members in their faces. The environment at work is incredibly uncomfortable and dangerous. Furthermore, I do not want to be on film and have not signed anything; can they use my image without my consent?
Asked on March 25, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, California
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
1) Your image cannot be used without your consent; however,
2) Your employer would be entitled to fire you, if you do not have an employment agrement or contract protecting your employment (i.e. if you are an "employee at will"), for refusing to participate.
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