Infringement

Infringement refers to the act of unlawfully copying or using protected intangible property.

When someone uses your protected work without authorization, prompt action can help preserve your rights.

Infringement can take many forms — from an unauthorized reproduction of a copyrighted work to a competitor trading on the goodwill of your trademark. The first step is establishing that you hold enforceable rights and documenting how the other party is using them.

Depending on the circumstances, we help clients respond in several ways:

• Investigating and documenting the unauthorized use
• Sending a cease-and-desist demand
• Negotiating a license or settlement where appropriate
• Pursuing an injunction and damages through litigation when necessary