If someone is using your photograph, artwork, or music without permission, you may have a claim for copyright infringement.
An increase to the claim limit in Ontario small claims court to $35,000 is good news for artists and musicians given the often cost-prohibitive nature of suing for copyright infringement in other courts.
While the majority of copyright cases in Canada are still heard in Federal Court, small claims court is now a viable option where the infringement takes place in Ontario only.
Burk Law lawyer Ashley Burk (formerly Ashley Dumouchel) has successfully argued copyright infringement cases in small claims court and can guide you through your options for stopping - and recovering damages for - copyright infringement.