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DMCA Takedown — company using my music without sync license

Started by just_curious_tenant_CA · Oct 21, 2024 · 1,485 views · 8 replies
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JC
just_curious_tenant_CA OP

I've been trying to resolve this on my own but I'm stuck.

company using my music without sync license. I've been dealing with this for about 15 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves content I created over the past 30 months. I do not have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

Should I hire a lawyer for this or try to handle it myself?

TL
Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

I've handled similar cases. Here's my take on the legal issues.

The key question is whether the applicable statute of limitations has run. Depending on your jurisdiction, you typically have the Lanham Act years for this type of claim.

One important thing — there are strict deadlines for filing these claims. Don't wait too long.

HC
HRManager_Chicago

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

I ended up having everything documented, which cost about $3-6 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

CP
confused_parent_today

This happened to me too. Have you tried filing a complaint with the relevant agency? In my case they investigated and it got resolved without needing a lawyer.

NR
NurseUnion_Rep

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

In my case, it took about 2-4 months to resolve. The key was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter.

TA
TenantRights_Advocate

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

NH
need_help_creator_question

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

GL
GigWorker_LA

Been there. Here's what I learned.

What worked for me was hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. It took 2-4 months but was worth it.

NR
NurseUnion_Rep

I've dealt with this before.

I ended up hiring an attorney to send the initial letter, which cost about $2-4 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

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