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Zusatztext Neuenschwander's clear articulation of ethical standards and their relationship to legal issues fills the gap when there is little or no precedent. Informationen zum Autor Professor emeritus of history, Carthage College; municipal judge, City of Kenosha, Wisconsin Klappentext According to the Oral History Association, the term oral history refers to "a method of recording and preserving oral testimony" which results in a verbal document that is "made available in different forms to other users, researchers, and the public." Ordinarily such an academic process would seem to be far removed from legal challenges. Unfortunately this is not the case. While the field has not become a legal minefield, given its tremendous growth and increasing focus on contemporary topics, more legal troubles could well lie ahead if sound procedures are not put in place and periodically revisited. A Guide to Oral History and the Law is the definitive resource for all oral history practitioners. In clear, accessible language it thoroughly explains all of the major legal issues including legal release agreements, the protection of restricted interviews, the privacy torts (including defamation), copyright, the impact of the Internet, and the role of Institutional Review Boards (IRBs). The author accomplishes this by examining the most relevant court cases and citing examples of policies and procedures that oral history programs have used to avoid legal difficulties. Neuenschwander's central focus throughout the book is on prevention rather than litigation. He underscores this approach by strongly emphasizing how close adherence to the Oral History Association's Principles and Best Practices provides the best foundation for developing sound legal policies. The book also provides more than a dozen sample legal release agreements that are applicable to a wide variety of situations. This volume is an essential one for all oral historians regardless of their interviewing focus. Zusammenfassung A Guide to Oral History and the Law is the definitive resource for all practitioners of oral history. In clear, accessible language it thoroughly explains the major legal issues that oral historians should be concerned about and offers helpful suggestions on how to put sound legal procedures in place. Inhaltsverzeichnis Contents Preface A Note on Legal Terms The Use of State Cases The Use of Federal Cases Prevention Is the Key Acknowledgment Chapter 1 A Case Study Chapter 2 Legal Release Agreements Drafting Legal Release Agreements Deed of Gift Agreements Contractual Agreements Prefatory Language Future Use Clauses Transfer of Copyright Transfer of Copyright by Nonexclusive License Restricting, Sealing, and Masking Identity Exculpatory and Indemnity Clause Warranty Clauses Right of Publicity Clauses Legal Release Agreements for Interviewers IRB Modifi ed Agreements Legal Release Agreements for K-12 Projects Explaining Legal Release Agreements Conclusion Chapter 3 Compelled Release of Interviews: Subpoenas and FOIA Requests Oral History as Evidence Oral History and Discovery in Civil Cases Oral History and Discovery in Criminal Matters An Arson Investigation A Criminal Damage Investigation The Boston College Case Impact of the Boston College Case on Oral History? Is There an Archival Privilege? Informing Interviewees That Restrictions Are Not Absolutes Certifi cates of Confi dentiality Admissibility by Statute Special Hearings and Proceedings Freedom of Information Requests Conclusion Chapter 4 Defamation Republishers Beware The Elements of Defamation The Dead Cannot Be Defamed Statute of Limitations Organizations Also Have Reputations Public Figures Bear a Heavier Burden Negligence v...
