Last updated: April 14, 2025
Have you received a copyright infringement demand letter from the Law Firm of Higbee & Associates? If so, you are not alone. Our firm has been forwarded numerous emails and written correspondence from this law firm, demanding substantial settlement payments in exchange for a release of claims related to allegations of copyright infringement. Many recipients have successfully retained our legal defense services to respond effectively to these demands.
If you have received such a copyrighr demand letter, contact us immediately about your particular situation. We have represented hundreds if not thousands of individuals and businesses facing Higbee copyright claims and we:
- Keep all communications strictly confidential;
- Pride ourselves on quick and responsive legal support; and
- Offer free initial consultations for copyright matters.
Our Proven Track Record Against Higbee & Associates
Since first publishing this resource in 2020, we have helped thousands of individuals and businesses navigate both pre-litigation copyright demands delivered by Higbee & Associates and actual copyright infringement lawsuits filed by the firm. Our experience consistently shows that a proactive, legally-informed approach works best to either:
- Resolve the matter without payment, or
- Significantly reduce their financial demands for a release of all claims.
Client Success Stories
We’ve received numerous positive reviews from satisfied clients who faced Higbee copyright enforcement actions. This testimonial highlights our effective approach:
“Absolutely brilliant! So happy I found Darren [Heitner] after receiving legal threats from Higbee and associates regarding absolutely absurd copyright issues. Although I had to pay Higbee ( the worst possible kind of lawyers in my opinion) Darren dealt with them completely and thoroughly and answered all my questions and emails in minutes every time! The cost of Darren and my legal fees were, as promised by Darren less than the initial payment request from Higbee after he negotiated them down. If you have to go through this very stressful process I highly recommend Darren to help you, no way would I have wanted to go this alone and if I ever get to meet Darren in real life I’m going to hug him and buy him a beer!!!”
Understanding Higbee & Associates: Beyond the “Copyright Troll” Label
What we’ve discovered through years of experience is that, despite Higbee & Associates often being characterized as a “copyright troll” law firm, they should never be ignored. Many non-lawyers and even attorneys who don’t specialize in copyright law mistakenly advise recipients to discard these letters—a potentially costly mistake. We’ve represented many individuals and businesses who followed such misguided advice found through online searches or AI recommendations.
What Is Higbee & Associates’ Business Model?
The law firm represents various copyright holders with the goal of aggressively enforcing those copyrights to earn a percentage of settlements received, typically before initiating formal litigation. Their approach is characterized by:
- Persistent communications;
- Escalating aggression toward unrepresented parties; and
- Strategic use of legal intimidation tactics.
Anatomy of a Higbee & Associates Demand Letter
Typical Higbee demand letters follow a predictable formula:
- Identification of the copyright holder client;
- Warning about escalating costs if not promptly resolved;
- Exhibits showing the original copyrighted work and alleged infringement; and
- Citations to The Copyright Act emphasizing maximum statutory damages of up to $150,000 for willful infringement (though such amounts are rarely awarded).
What Their Letters Deliberately Omit
What Higbee & Associates intentionally fails to disclose is that many technical copyright infringements aren’t economically viable to litigate. The actual damages to the copyright holder may be minimal, and even where technical infringement exists, various affirmative defenses may apply, including:
- Fair use protection;
- De minimis use arguments; and
- Lack of willful infringement.
Our Effective Strategy Against Higbee & Associates Claims
Our experience has consistently shown that when we intervene professionally to:
- Highlight weaknesses in Higbee’s legal position;
- Assert our clients’ potential defenses; and
- Demonstrate legal representation and preparation.
The result is typically either:
- Case closure without payment, or
- Negotiation of a settlement amount significantly lower than their initial demand.
Why Ignoring These Demands Is Dangerous
Avoiding or ignoring these copyright demands entirely can result in the initiation of litigation. At that point, your legal defense costs will likely exceed what could have been achieved through proper early intervention. A default judgment could potentially be entered against you, creating even greater financial exposure.
Get Expert Help Today
If you’ve received a Higbee & Associates copyright demand letter, contact our experienced copyright defense attorneys immediately. We have helped so many clients successfully resolve these matters with minimal financial impact. Our expertise in copyright infringement defense specifically against Higbee & Associates has been developed through years of successful representation.
So, feel free to contact us about your issue. We are happy to help!