How do I sue for copyright infringement?
Multiple stolen beats with 50+ million streams on music streaming platforms.
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If your beats were used without permission and have generated over 50 million streams, you may have a strong copyright infringement claim and could potentially recover damages or royalties. In the U.S. and Canada, the original creator owns the copyright as soon as the work is created (17 U.S.C. § 201(a)). Registration helps enforce it.
Next steps — gather ownership evidence (timestamps, session files, emails, drafts), document where/how the beats were used, and request accounting from platforms/artists. You can also send takedown notices to Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. Platforms often act quickly with a clear, documented claim.
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I need an entertainment lawyer.
Lexi, Chatbot
I understand — what specific legal issue are you facing in the entertainment industry?
Multiple stolen beats with 50+ million streams on music streaming platforms.
Lexi, Chatbot
Are you currently working on a project or dealing with a contract matter in the entertainment field?
No.
Lexi, Chatbot
Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you?
Yes.
Gurney P
Hi — I’m Gurney, the entertainment attorney who will be assisting you. Have you taken any steps so far to address the stolen beats?
Not yet.
Gurney P
If your beats were used without permission and have generated over 50 million streams, you may have a strong copyright infringement claim and could potentially recover damages or royalties. In the U.S. and Canada, the original creator owns the copyright as soon as the work is created (17 U.S.C. § 201(a)). Registration helps enforce it.
Next steps — gather ownership evidence (timestamps, session files, emails, drafts), document where/how the beats were used, and request accounting from platforms/artists. You can also send takedown notices to Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, etc. Platforms often act quickly with a clear, documented claim.
Would you like help drafting a copyright infringement notice?
Okay, sounds good — thanks. Does this still apply if the beat was posted online? There were no contracts, and the artist ripped it from there.
Gurney P
Yes — the same principles apply. Posting online doesn’t waive your copyright.
Alright. And what are the different options on lawyer fees?
Gurney P
Mostly hourly or flat fee. Some lawyers take contingency (no upfront fee, take a percentage of recovery), though contingency is more common in personal-injury cases.
Thanks.
Gurney P
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