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Music Licensing Question — can I sell AI-generated images commercially

Started by help_me_business_owner_CO · Dec 2, 2022 · 1,554 views · 9 replies
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HM
help_me_business_owner_CO OP

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

can I sell AI-generated images commercially. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves original creative work over the past 24 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

DW
desperate_worker_advice

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.

TL
Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

Attorney here. 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.

The practical consideration here is cost vs. potential recovery. For disputes under $10K, small claims court is often the best route.

CB
confused_business_owner_CA

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.

GL
GigWorker_LA

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

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is escalating to a supervisor/manager. I'd recommend following the formal complaint procedure instead.

CM
ContractorMike_CA

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

In my case, it took about 3-6 months to resolve. The key was having everything documented.

FK
FreelancerKate

I've dealt with this before.

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

WB
worried_buyer_2024

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.

CF
confused_freelancer_IL

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.

CT
CryptoTrader_2023

I went through almost the exact same thing.

In my case, it took about 1-3 months to resolve. The key was escalating to a supervisor/manager.

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