Corporate Law
Q. A competitor has copied our website content almost identically. Can we sue for copyright infringement?
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If your web content has creativity, you can sue for copyright infringement. Preserve evidence first.
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Website content qualifies for copyright protection if it's a "creative expression" (Copyright Act Art. 2). If copying shows dependence and similarity, it infringes reproduction rights (Art. 21) and adaptation rights (Art. 27). You can seek injunctions (Art. 112) and damages (Art. 114, presumed at defendant's profits). Start with evidence preservation and a cease-and-desist letter.
This article provides general legal information and does not constitute legal advice. For specific legal issues, please consult with a qualified attorney.
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