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reverse engineering software — what are my options?

Started by desperate_times_etc_18 · Dec 5, 2025 · 943 views · 3 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
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desperate_times_etc_18 OP

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

reverse engineering software. I've been dealing with this for about 2 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves software/code I developed over the past 29 months. I do not have documentation proving my ownership and timeline fr fr.

What are the risks if I pursue this? What's the likely timeline?

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Kelly_TL Moderator

I practice in this area. Here's my take on the legal issues.

This is a common situation and the law is fairly clear. Under 17 U.S.C. § 106, substantially similar.

I'd recommend documenting everything in writing from this point forward. Keep copies of all communications.

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what_do_i_do_now_26

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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BarAdmitted2019_30

I talked to a lawyer when this happened to me. Worth every penny.