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 We're raising funds to help Laurelanne.media cover the cost of resolving a copyright demand involving an image used in editorial independent music coverage.
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 Laurelanne.media is a small independent music publication built around emerging artists. It operates at a monthly budget deficit and survives because we believe independent music deserves real coverage, even when the money does not love us back.
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 Recently, we received a copyright demand seeking $8,000 in damages over an image that appeared alongside an editorial review. We removed the image from public display immediately after receiving notice and retained legal counsel to respond responsibly.
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 After legal review and communication with the opposing firm, we settled the matter for $6,000 without any admission of wrongdoing. We reached this resolution to avoid the risk, stress, and potentially much higher expense of further legal escalation. The initial attorney retainer was $1,500, and we may incur additional legal costs through final resolution.
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 For a small independent publication, this is a major financial hit. This fundraiser is not about attacking anyone or relitigating the dispute. It is about helping Laurelanne.media survive this cost and continue supporting independent music.
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 Funds raised will be used for the settlement payment, attorney fees, legal review, correspondence, and related costs connected to this matter.
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 If the total raised exceeds the final legal and settlement costs, we will refund donors pro rata or donate the remaining balance to Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides emergency financial assistance to musicians and music-industry workers.
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 Thank you for helping protect Laurelanne.media and the small independent platforms that support artists with care.
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