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Court Rules Krougly Retains Copyright Over Software Development

4/10/2026

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The Ontario Court of Appeal ruled that Nexus Solutions Inc. does not own the copyright to software developed by Vladimir Krougly, a former employee of Nexus Solutions Inc.
The court found that Krougly's duties did not include creating new software and that there was no written agreement restricting independent projects.
The ruling underscores the need for clear employment agreements on intellectual property rights to prevent disputes.

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The Ontario Court of Appeal ruled that Nexus Solutions Inc. does not own the copyright to software developed by Vladimir Krougly, a former employee of Nexus Solutions Inc.
The court found that Krougly's duties did not include creating new software and that there was no written agreement restricting independent projects.
The ruling underscores the need for clear employment agreements on intellectual property rights to prevent disputes.