Private members-only forum

TIL about competitor copying my API

Started by teacher_vibes_17 · Feb 23, 2025 · 2,598 views · 5 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction. Consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
TV
teacher_vibes_17 OP

Quick background on my situation — any input appreciated.

competitor copying my API. I've been dealing with this for about 13 months now and the situation isn't improving.

This involves content I created over the past 25 months. I do not have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.

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

DU
deleted_user_alt_33

Just want to point out — teh statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

PB
plea_bargain_bob_2

I went through almost the exact same thing.

I ended up escalating to a supervisor/manager, which cost about $1-3 but saved me a lot more in the long run.

PL
Patrick_L_30

Have you tried reaching out to your state's labor board? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

BB
broke_but_hopeful_31

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.

MT
mike_t_26

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.