Patent Infringement Question | can I sell AI-generated images commercially

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Hypothetical question

I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.

can I sell AI-generated images commercially. I've been dealing with this for about 8 weeks now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves content I created over the past 33 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

What's the typical outcome in situations like this?

Illustrative response

PSA: many consumer protection statutes allow recovery of attorney fees and treble (3x) damages. This means even if your actual damages are small, the statutory multiplier can make it worthwhile to pursue. Check your state's consumer protection act.