I am thinking of starting a news website. The news will largely serve as an aggregation service (that is, link to other sites with stories) ...

Question

I am thinking of starting a news website. The news will largely serve as an aggregation service (that is, link to other sites with stories) and I hope to support the site with advertising revenue. What are the legalities of using photos from other news sites on my website

Answer

As a Franchise Attorney I can tell you the issue is copyright. You need to have permission from the owner of the copyright on the photos. Consult with a good business or franchise attorney in your area for specific advice.

Mr. Franchise - Kevin B. Murphy, B.S., M.B.A., J.D.

Franchise Foundations, a Professional Corporation