Vuyo finds out that his written article has been published on a website without his consent or proper attribution. What are the potential consequences for Vuyo, as the owner of the work?

Question

Enhanced visibility and reach for his article.


Loss of control over his work and potential risk to his reputation


Increased opportunity to get his other work published.


Financial loss.

Answer 1

Possible legal action against the website for copyright infringement.

Loss of potential income if the website is profiting off of his work without compensating him.

Damage to his credibility if the website misrepresents or distorts his work.

Diminished motivation to create and share more work if his intellectual property rights are not respected.

Potential impact on future opportunities for publication or collaborations if his work is not properly attributed.