If someone has used your company's logo without authorization, there are several legal actions that may be taken. The first step is to determine whether copyright or trademark protection applies to your logo. If it does, then the unauthorized use of your logo would likely constitute a violation of either one or both protections and you can pursue a civil claim against the individual for copyright/trademark infringement. Such claims could include an injunction, damages (actual and/or statutory), costs and attorneys’ fees associated with bringing suit, etc. It is important to note that in order to prevail on such a claim, you must have valid proof of ownership of the intellectual property at issue as well as evidence showing the alleged infringer copied or otherwise misused it without permission from you.
In addition to pursuing legal action related to copyright/trademark laws, depending on the particular facts surrounding this situation other potential causes of action may exist under state contract law as well as federal statutes such as unfair competition or false advertising laws. A qualified attorney should be consulted before choosing any specific course of action in order to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction(s). Depending on what state(s) are involved in this matter - different rules and remedies may apply so please speak with an experienced lawyer familiar with local practices and procedures if necessary.
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