Good friend of mine with a small internet business just received a cease and desist order from Getty - along with a bill for over TWO THOUSAND dollars. Seems on his website, he had these two generic operator photo's that he put up there.
He did not realize they were copyright protected images. He of course took them off right away, and is now trying to negotiate a fairer deal. Why would a big company like this try and nail a little guy? A quick email and he removed them - no harm done. It is not like he intended to steal. I know the law is not on his side, but sometimes companies should just do the right thing.
Anyone else out there have any ideas? I am assuming this may be read by someone, but I doubt it :)
Thursday, October 05, 2006
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2 comments:
Glenn,
I think the Getty has to prove damages. If they can then I think the can get 3X the damages. It sounds like either a shake down, or they are just tring to scare your friend.
Tom
Tom,
Thanks for the comment. After much back and forth, friend and Getty settled. He offered them their standard rate, and they countered - for less!!
He is paying them less than half of the original invoice. I forget the amount, but a resonable settlement.
Glenn
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