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Client ghosted $3,000 of payment for a year - they’re still using my file to design new products. Can I leak?
r/Entrepreneur
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | Not specified | Legal Assistance | Drafting demand letters |
| Amazon | amazon.com | E-commerce Platform | Hosts client's products; DMCA takedown mechanism |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Non-payment for completed work
- Difficulty enforcing contracts internationally
- Limited legal recourse due to geographical constraints
- Clients using unpaid intellectual property for profit
- Fear of retaliation from well-funded clients
Problems to Solve:
- Recovering unpaid invoices from international clients
- Protecting intellectual property rights when payment is withheld
- Preventing clients from profiting from unpaid work
- Navigating legal systems across jurisdictions
Potential Solutions:
- Sending formal demand letters
- Filing lawsuits in small claims court
- Issuing DMCA takedown notices to platforms like Amazon
- Hiring attorneys for legal action or contingency-based representation
- Implementing stricter payment terms (e.g., upfront deposits, prompt payment discounts)
- Adding non-payment clauses in contracts (e.g., license revocation, late fees)
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Implementing robust contract terms with clear payment clauses
- Using legal tech tools for automated invoicing and collections
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging case studies of successful projects (with client consent) to demonstrate impact
Monetization & Product:
- Adding late fees or prompt payment discounts to incentivize timely payments
- Retaining intellectual property rights until full payment is received
- Offering tiered licensing models for creative work
User Engagement:
- Building professional reputation through ethical dispute resolution
- Community support via forums (e.g., Reddit) for shared learning