Intellectual Property Claim Policy

At Moderngirlwear, operated by AARON MICHAEL LEE LLC, we hold the highest respect for the creative efforts of designers, photographers, writers, and brand owners. Intellectual property (IP) is the lifeblood of the fashion industry, and as a professional retailer of women’s clothing, we are committed to protecting our own intellectual assets while ensuring we do not infringe upon the rights of others.

This Intellectual Property Claim Policy outlines our procedures for protecting copyrights, trademarks, and other proprietary rights. It also provides a clear, professional pathway for rights holders to report any suspected infringement on our website, https://moderngirlwear.shop/.

1. Ownership of Site Content

All materials hosted on this website—including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software—are the exclusive property of AARON MICHAEL LEE LLC or its content suppliers. This content is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Copyrights: All original photography, product descriptions, and web design elements are copyrighted. Unauthorized reproduction or "scraping" of our content is strictly prohibited.
Trademarks: The name Moderngirlwear, our distinctive logos, and our brand slogans are trademarks of AARON MICHAEL LEE LLC. These marks may not be used in connection with any product or service that is not ours in any manner that is likely to cause confusion among customers.

2. Reporting Copyright Infringement (DMCA Notice)

In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and other applicable global laws, Moderngirlwear has adopted a policy of responding to clear notices of alleged copyright infringement. If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes infringement and is accessible on our site, please notify our Designated Agent.

Requirement	Description of Information Needed
Signature	A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright.
Work Identification	A clear identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed (e.g., a link to your original photo or design).
Infringement Location	Identification of the material on our site that is claimed to be infringing, including the specific URL(s).
Contact Details	Your name, physical address, telephone number, and email address ([email protected] is our primary contact).
Good Faith Statement	A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner or the law.
Accuracy Statement	A statement that the information in the notification is accurate, and under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act.

3. Procedure for Submitting a Claim

If you are a rights holder or an authorized agent, please send your DMCA notice to our legal department. We take these claims seriously and aim to review and act upon valid notices within 48–72 hours during our standard business hours.

Email: [email protected]
Postal Mail: 130 Brook St, Bay Shore, NY, 11706, United States

Please note that under Section 512(f) of the DMCA, any person who knowingly materially misrepresents that material or activity is infringing may be subject to liability for damages.

4. Trademark Infringement Claims

If your claim involves a trademark, service mark, or trade dress rather than a copyright, please follow a similar notification process. A valid Trademark Infringement Claim should include:

The trademark registration number and the country/jurisdiction of registration.
A description of the goods or services for which the mark is registered.
The specific URLs on our site where the alleged infringement occurs.
Evidence of the trademark ownership (e.g., a link to the USPTO database or a registration certificate).

5. Counter-Notification Procedure

If you believe that your content was removed or access to it was disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification with us. This must include:

Your physical or electronic signature.
Identification of the material that was removed and the location where it appeared before removal.
A statement under penalty of perjury that you have a good faith belief the material was removed as a result of mistake or misidentification.
Your name, address, and telephone number, and a statement that you consent to the jurisdiction of the Federal District Court (Suffolk County, NY).

6. Repeat Infringer Policy

In accordance with the DMCA and other applicable laws, Moderngirlwear has adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances and at our sole discretion, users or accounts who are deemed to be repeat infringers.

7. Limitation of Liability

While Moderngirlwear acts expeditiously to remove infringing content upon receiving a valid notice, we are not liable for any content posted by third parties (such as user-generated reviews) until we have been properly notified of an infringement.

8. Handling Times for IP Claims

Action	Estimated Timeline
Initial Acknowledgment	24 Business Hours
Verification of Claim	1 – 2 Business Days
Content Takedown (if valid)	2 – 3 Business Days
Counter-Notice Response	10 – 14 Business Days

9. Third-Party Marketplace and Social Media

Moderngirlwear often showcases our women's clothing collections on social media platforms and through various marketing partners.

Social Media: If you see our content being used without authorization, please notify both the platform’s IP department and our team at [email protected].

Authorized Use: If you are an influencer or affiliate partner, you may only use our assets (images, logos) in accordance with your signed agreement with AARON MICHAEL LEE LLC.

10. Governing Law

This Intellectual Property Claim Policy is governed by the laws of the State of New York and the federal laws of the United States. Any legal action or proceeding related to this policy shall be brought exclusively in a federal or state court of competent jurisdiction sitting in Suffolk County, New York.