The Copyright Infringement Allegations
CASETiFY operates a marketplace model where both the company and independent artists sell phone cases and accessories featuring original designs. Lawsuits filed by independent artists allege that CASETiFY, or parties operating through its platform, copied original artwork from artists' online portfolios -- Instagram, Etsy, Redbubble, Society6 -- and sold it without authorization on CASETiFY products.
Copyright infringement requires showing: the plaintiff owns a valid copyright in the work (which attaches automatically to original creative works); the defendant had access to the work; and the defendant's work is substantially similar to the protected work. The widespread availability of artists' work online makes the access element easy to establish; substantial similarity is typically demonstrated by side-by-side comparison of the works.
Platform Liability for User Design Theft
CASETiFY's marketplace model creates questions about its liability when sellers on its platform use infringing designs. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) provides a 'safe harbor' protecting platforms from liability for user-uploaded infringing content if the platform: has a designated DMCA agent; has a policy of responding to takedown notices; and does not have actual knowledge of infringement or receive a financial benefit from it while having the ability to control it.
Artists who have sent DMCA takedowns to CASETiFY allege the company's takedown response process has been slow and that repeat infringers continue operating on the platform -- which can defeat the safe harbor protection. Direct infringement claims focus on products CASETiFY itself creates rather than user-uploaded designs.
Who Qualifies
Independent artists whose original works were copied on CASETiFY products without authorization may have copyright infringement claims. Copyright registration, while not required for infringement claims, is required to access statutory damages ($750-$30,000 per work, up to $150,000 for willful infringement) and is strongly advisable before filing suit. Register your copyright at copyright.gov. Related: Bungie Lawsuit.
Status 2026
CASETiFY faces multiple individual and class action copyright claims. The company has updated its content policies in response to infringement allegations. Individual artist claims are at various stages.
How to Get Legal Help
If you believe you qualify based on the eligibility criteria described above, the next step is a free consultation with an experienced attorney. Most plaintiff-side attorneys handling these cases work on contingency -- meaning you pay nothing unless your case results in a recovery. Bring any relevant documentation including receipts, correspondence, or evidence of the harm you experienced.
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CASETiFY Lawsuit: Copyright Infringement & Design Theft Claims: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about this case and your legal options.
Did CASETiFY steal artwork?
Multiple artists have alleged CASETiFY sold products featuring their work without authorization. CASETiFY disputes direct infringement and attributes issues to its marketplace model.
How do I copyright my art?
Copyright attaches automatically to original creative works, but registering at copyright.gov ($45-65 per work) provides access to statutory damages and makes enforcement much easier.
Can I sue CASETiFY for using my design?
If CASETiFY sold products featuring your copyrighted work without authorization, you may have a copyright infringement claim. Consult an intellectual property attorney.
What are copyright statutory damages?
Copyright law provides $750-$30,000 per infringed work, or up to $150,000 per work for willful infringement. These statutory damages don't require proving actual financial loss.
How do I send a DMCA takedown to CASETiFY?
CASETiFY maintains a designated DMCA agent. Send a DMCA takedown notice to their designated agent with the required information about the infringing work and your ownership.