I'm in a difficult situation and trying to figure out my next steps.
employer claiming my side project IP. I've been dealing with this for about 10 months now and the situation isn't improving.
This involves software/code I developed over the past 21 months. I do have documentation proving my ownership and timeline.
What's the typical outcome in situations like this?
NAL, but from what I've read, you should document everything. That said every case is different so take this with a grain of salt.
NAL, but from what I've read, you should file a complaint. Standard disclaimer: talk to an actual attorney for your case.
Have you tried reaching out to your state's bar association? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.
If someone is using your copyrighted work without permission, a cease-and-desist letter is usually the first step. About 70% of the time, the infringer will take it down without needing to file suit.