Terms & Conditions

General information

1. Copyright Notice

All images on this website are the exclusive property of Juan Carlos Rivas Lamas (hereinafter referred to as “the Photographer”). These images are protected by international copyright laws and any unauthorized use is strictly prohibited.

1.1 Ownership and Rights

  • The Photographer retains full ownership of all images, including but not limited to digital files, prints, and any other formats.
  • No images may be reproduced, copied, edited, published, transmitted, or uploaded in any way without the Photographer’s explicit written permission.
  • The copyright of each image is registered and protected under the applicable laws and regulations.

2. Permitted Use

2.1 Press and Editorial Use

  • The use of images is permitted exclusively for press, editorial publications, and advertising that directly benefits the Photographer. This includes features, interviews, or promotional materials where the Photographer’s work is being highlighted.
  • All permitted uses must credit the Photographer appropriately as “Juan Carlos Rivas Lamas” in any publication or distribution.

2.2 Prohibited Use

  • The images may not be used for any commercial purposes without prior written consent from the Photographer. This includes, but is not limited to, sales, marketing campaigns, product endorsements, or any other commercial activities.
  • Unauthorized commercial use will be considered an infringement of copyright and will be subject to legal action.

3. Legal Implications

3.1 Infringement of Copyright

  • Any unauthorized use of the images constitutes a violation of the Photographer’s copyright under Title 17 of the United States Code and other applicable international copyright laws.
  • Infringers may be subject to civil and criminal penalties, including but not limited to:
    • Injunctions: Court orders to cease all infringing activities.
    • Statutory Damages: Compensation that may range from $750 to $150,000 per infringed work, depending on the severity of the infringement.
    • Actual Damages: Monetary compensation for all profits lost due to the infringement.
    • Legal Fees: Reimbursement of all legal costs incurred in enforcing the Photographer’s rights.

3.2 Legal Proceedings

  • The Photographer reserves the right to pursue all available legal remedies against any individual or entity that infringes upon the copyright of his images.
  • Legal actions may be initiated in any jurisdiction, with all applicable laws enforced to the fullest extent.

4. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

4.1 No Warranty

  • The Photographer makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the images as used by third parties.
  • The Photographer is not responsible for any damages resulting from unauthorized use of the images.

4.2 Limitation of Liability

  • Under no circumstances shall the Photographer be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or exemplary damages arising out of or in connection with the unauthorized use of the images.

5. Modifications to Terms & Conditions

5.1 Amendments

  • The Photographer reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.
  • Continued use of the images constitutes acceptance of any changes to these Terms & Conditions.

6. Governing Law

6.1 Jurisdiction

  • These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Photographer’s country of residence. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved in the courts of the Photographer’s jurisdiction.

7. Contact Information

For any questions or to request permission for image use, please contact:

Juan Carlos Rivas Lamas
Email: Juanrivaslamas@gmail.com
Phone: +54 9 11 6965-8491
Address: Buenos Aires, Argentina.