SUBSTACK EXPERT WITNESS TESTIMONY: LAW FIRM CONSULTANT AND ADVISOR

01 Apr SUBSTACK EXPERT WITNESS TESTIMONY: LAW FIRM CONSULTANT AND ADVISOR

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Substack expert witness testimony providers suggest that as it continues to grow as a powerful service for independent publishing, the need for testifying consultants has increased. You’d see attorneys and law firms hire a Substack expert witness for in-depth knowledge of the service’s functionality, business model, and user interactions in various legal and financial disputes.

  1. Intellectual Property Disputes

The solution is home to a vast range of original content creators, and disputes over copyright, trademarks, and content ownership often arise. A Substack expert witness in intellectual property (IP) cases may evaluate whether content on is infringing on existing copyrights or whether the service’s policies are being followed correctly. SMEs also assess the legitimacy of claims involving article plagiarism or misuse of proprietary content.

  1. Contractual Disputes

Content creators tend to sign agreements with partners, advertisers, or collaborators. If there is a breach of contract, a Substack expert witness interprets the terms of agreements, including non-compete clauses or revenue-sharing arrangements. Reviewers also clarify how Substack’s service terms affect the contractual relationship.

  1. Defamation and Libel Cases

Given the open nature of publishing on the service, defamation and libel suits may arise if a writer publishes false or damaging content about an individual or organization. A Substack expert witness evaluates whether the content in question meets the legal definitions of defamation and provide an understanding of Substack’s role in hosting such content.

  1. Privacy and Data Security Issues

And the company collects and processes data from its users, including subscription information, email addresses, and payment details. In privacy-related cases, a Substack expert witness analyzes if it complies with privacy regulations such as GDPR or the CCPA, or if there have been breaches of user data security.

  1. Monetization and Financial Disputes

And the service offers various monetization options, including paid subscriptions, tips, and paid newsletters. In cases of financial dispute, Substack expert witnesses review and assess the revenue-sharing model, subscription patterns, or whether creators have been fairly compensated based on the service’s terms.

25 Products Covered by an Expert Witness:

  1. Substack’s Paid Newsletters
  2. Substack Pro
  3. Newsletter Subscription Tools
  4. Custom Domains on Substack
  5. Substack’s Email Distribution System
  6. Paid Subscription Revenue Model
  7. Email Newsletter Analytics
  8. Substack’s Payment Processor Integration (Stripe)
  9. Substack’s Affiliate Programs
  10. Referral Programs on Substack
  11. Substack’s Content Editing Tools
  12. Collaboration Tools on Substack
  13. Content Monetization Methods
  14. Substack’s Audience Management System
  15. Email Marketing and Automation Tools
  16. Subscription Growth Strategies on Substack
  17. Substack’s Publishing Policies
  18. Content Licensing Agreements
  19. Marketing and Promotion Products on Substack
  20. Substack’s Content Protection Features
  21. Substack’s Data Privacy Policies
  22. User Terms and Conditions of Substack
  23. Creator Analytics and Revenue Reports
  24. Intellectual Property Protection Tools
  25. Substack’s User Engagement Metrics