I bought a design (art) on Etsy.com. On the site page the seller gave me permission to use the design on items that I

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I concur with the first attorney.  You have no proof this is the actual original owner.  It sounds like the seller you relied on did not have the proper authority to give for you to use the design.  I would stop using it but not really fear litigation.  I can not see a federal suit for the amount in question.  It would be a loss leader and cost more than it is worth in my eyes.

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