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If you didnt authorize your friend as an agent, your direct liability might be limited. Verify any agreements your friend had, as liability could depend on perceived authority. Perpetual licenses are typically paid upfront, but terms can vary. Filing a suit in Georgia involves costs like court fees and attorney fees. Consulting a legal professional can provide clearer guidance on your liability and potential legal actions.Full Conversation
I would pay him after he told me what the cost was. And I would pay up front. 7 years later a person is cliaming my business owes her $* for perpetual license for the voice over. I never met this person and I never agreed to anything or paid her anything. I only paid my buddy and I assume he made any arrangement with her.
It sounds like a tricky situation! Here are some general points to consider:
- Verify any contracts or agreements your friend had with this person.
- Check if there is any documentation or agreement regarding the voice-over rights.
- Consider reaching out to your friend for clarification.
- If you have no direct agreement with the claimant, you might not be directly liable.
Would you like to discuss this with a local attorney in Georgia who could offer more specific advice?
- Verify any contracts or agreements your friend had with this person.
- Check if there is any documentation or agreement regarding the voice-over rights.
- Consider reaching out to your friend for clarification.
- If you have no direct agreement with the claimant, you might not be directly liable.
Would you like to discuss this with a local attorney in Georgia who could offer more specific advice?
Is there a cost to that ?
Hiring a local attorney typically involves costs such as consultation fees or hourly rates. Some attorneys may offer free initial consultations. If you'd like, I can connect you with local lawyers in Georgia who can provide detailed guidance. Would you like to proceed with that?
No thank you. Typically If I paid my friend directly with cash or paypal and he did the work and I did not know how or who he worked with is there any liabliity ?
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Generally, liability might depend on any agreements between your friend and the claimant. If there's no direct contract or agreement involving you, your liability might be limited. However, if your friend acted as an agent for your company, you might need to consider the implications.
Would you like more detailed guidance on this matter?
Generally, liability might depend on any agreements between your friend and the claimant. If there's no direct contract or agreement involving you, your liability might be limited. However, if your friend acted as an agent for your company, you might need to consider the implications.
Would you like more detailed guidance on this matter?
He did not act as an agent. Or if he did on his own I was not aware of it
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It seems like your situation involves questions of agency and liability. Here are a few things to consider:
- If your friend acted on behalf of your LLC, it could potentially involve your company.
- Lack of awareness may not absolve responsibility if he was acting as an agent.
Would you like more information on how agency law might apply to your situation?
It seems like your situation involves questions of agency and liability. Here are a few things to consider:
- If your friend acted on behalf of your LLC, it could potentially involve your company.
- Lack of awareness may not absolve responsibility if he was acting as an agent.
Would you like more information on how agency law might apply to your situation?
How might agency law apply ?
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Agency law involves the relationship where one person (agent) acts on behalf of another (principal). In your case:
- If your friend was acting on behalf of your LLC, you might be liable for his actions.
- Without clear agreements, liability can be ambiguous.
- Clarifying the scope of his authority is crucial.
Would you like more detailed guidance or have any specific questions about agency law?
Agency law involves the relationship where one person (agent) acts on behalf of another (principal). In your case:
- If your friend was acting on behalf of your LLC, you might be liable for his actions.
- Without clear agreements, liability can be ambiguous.
- Clarifying the scope of his authority is crucial.
Would you like more detailed guidance or have any specific questions about agency law?
If i had no idea how he was acting and he is not part of the business how could I be at fault ? Especially if I did not authorize it ?
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You could potentially be at fault if your friend was considered to be acting as an agent on behalf of your LLC, even without explicit authorization. Here are some considerations:
- If he had apparent authority or was perceived to represent your business, liability might arise.
- Examine any communications or contracts for implied agency.
Is there any documentation or communication that might suggest he was acting as your agent?
You could potentially be at fault if your friend was considered to be acting as an agent on behalf of your LLC, even without explicit authorization. Here are some considerations:
- If he had apparent authority or was perceived to represent your business, liability might arise.
- Examine any communications or contracts for implied agency.
Is there any documentation or communication that might suggest he was acting as your agent?
I did not have any authority at least not from me and I am the sole owner. After all these years a person is claiming that I owe them for a Perpetual License. Doesnt this mean someone would have had to agree to it up front ?
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It seems like you may not be directly liable if you didn't authorize your friend as an agent. However, examining any communications or contracts is essential. Here are some points to consider:
- Verify if your friend had any apparent authority or was perceived to act on behalf of your LLC.
- Check for documentation or agreements regarding the licensing.
If you need further clarification, feel free to ask!
It seems like you may not be directly liable if you didn't authorize your friend as an agent. However, examining any communications or contracts is essential. Here are some points to consider:
- Verify if your friend had any apparent authority or was perceived to act on behalf of your LLC.
- Check for documentation or agreements regarding the licensing.
If you need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Isnt a perpetual license usually paid up front ?
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Typically, a perpetual license is paid up front, as it grants ongoing rights to use the content. However, payment terms can vary based on the agreement between the parties involved. If you didn't agree to or authorize any such arrangement, you might not be directly liable. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
Typically, a perpetual license is paid up front, as it grants ongoing rights to use the content. However, payment terms can vary based on the agreement between the parties involved. If you didn't agree to or authorize any such arrangement, you might not be directly liable. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask!
The person is claiming a perpetual license for past work that I never agreed to any license. And I never signed anything. Maybe my friend did without telling me ?
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It seems like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential liability for actions taken by your friend. Here are some general points to consider:
- If you haven't signed any contract, your direct liability might be limited.
- Investigate any agreements your friend may have made.
- Consider contacting your friend for clarification.
If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
It seems like you're dealing with a complex situation involving potential liability for actions taken by your friend. Here are some general points to consider:
- If you haven't signed any contract, your direct liability might be limited.
- Investigate any agreements your friend may have made.
- Consider contacting your friend for clarification.
If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
What are the costs to file a suit that I owe someone *
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The costs to file a suit can vary based on factors such as court fees, legal representation, and the complexity of the case. In Georgia, filing fees for civil suits typically range from $* to $*. Additional costs may include attorney fees, which can vary widely. It might be helpful to consult with a legal professional for specific guidance. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
The costs to file a suit can vary based on factors such as court fees, legal representation, and the complexity of the case. In Georgia, filing fees for civil suits typically range from $* to $*. Additional costs may include attorney fees, which can vary widely. It might be helpful to consult with a legal professional for specific guidance. If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
what is the likelihood i have any liability at all ?
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The likelihood of liability may depend on whether your friend acted as an agent on behalf of your LLC, even without explicit authorization. If there's no direct agreement involving you and your friend wasn't perceived to represent your business, your liability might be limited. However, legal nuances can vary, so consulting with a legal professional might provide clearer guidance.
The likelihood of liability may depend on whether your friend acted as an agent on behalf of your LLC, even without explicit authorization. If there's no direct agreement involving you and your friend wasn't perceived to represent your business, your liability might be limited. However, legal nuances can vary, so consulting with a legal professional might provide clearer guidance.
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