copyright contract-law new-york-state right-of-publicity
What is the meaning of &quot;exploitation&quot; in a publicity agreement and is it necessary for a waiver of claims?
<p>An agreement says:</p>
<blockquote>
<p>&quot;I hereby expressly release, discharge and waive all claims, demands, losses and liabilities...which may arise from my participation...hereunder or as a result of the exploitation of the rights granted hereunder.&quot;</p>
</blockquote>
<p>What is exactly is meant by &quot;exploitation&quot; here?</p>
<p>Seems like &quot;<em>as a result of the utilization of the rights granted hereunder</em>&quot; would have the same meaning and reach the same goal (waiver of claims).</p>
<p>Not sure if this is a term of art, so to speak, though and if it's not used then the meaning of the provision would change (lessen the company's protection).</p>

<p>&quot;Utilization of&quot; and &quot;exploitation of&quot; mean the same thing in this context.</p>
