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Originally Posted by marcop
So Playboy stole (published in the magazine) one of my copyrighted images. But the couple of IP attorneys I spoke to want $2k to send them a letter and for the expected follow up. In theory I could get $150k for the infringement, but with having to pay $2k up front, I'm thinking I may as well just go to Vegas and put that amount on any number on a roulette table.
Am I being too cynical? Or just realistic?
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If I were you, I'd just invoice Playboy with a pay in 60 days or the rate goes to statutory penalty level.
Playboy probably just made an error and will likely make it right.
Disclaimer: but I'm not an attorney, so please don't take this as legal advice.