While not really a copyright issue, photographers should be warned that they are once again being targeted in a "funds forwarding scam." Unlike the traditional scam (which inolved people claiming to be government officials seeking help in moving large sums of money out of their home country), the one aimed at photographers begins with a request from an out of country client who needs a photographer for either a wedding, family reunion or similar event. Here is a description of how the scam works. Remember, if a business deal feels like a scam -- then it probably is.
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