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Former Employee Took Client List and Started Competing Business

Started by Rosa_P_19 · Aug 20, 2024 · 2 replies
For informational purposes only. This is not legal advice.
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Rosa_P_19OP

Honestly or whatever, looking for advice on this situation. Former Employee Took Client List and Started Competing Business What are my options here?

Details: I'm in a situation where I need to understand my legal options. Has anyone dealt with something similar?

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seriously_though_12Attorney

Registration with the Copyright Office is important for enforcement. You can't sue for statutory damages or attorney fees without registration. The filing fee is $65 and it's worth doing for any valuable creative work.

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Rosa_P_19OP

Update: Thanks everyone for the guidance. I consulted with an attorney and we're moving forward. The advice here helped me understand what questions to ask and what to expect. Will update when there's a resolution.