Intellectual property law is a complex and ever-changing area, and various intellectual property cases exist. Some common types of cases include:
Trademark Infringement
Trademark infringement is the unauthorized use of a sign, symbol, or phrase by an individual or entity outside the company. This violation can happen when a competitor uses a similar mark to sell their products or services that are confusingly similar to another company. Trademark violation cases can be complex, and they can be challenging to win without reliable representation. However, if you have a strong case, you may be able to get an injunction against the infringing party and recover damages.
Patent Infringement
Patent infringement cases involve the unauthorized use of someone else's patented invention. This case can happen when someone makes, uses, or sells a patented design without permission from the patent holder. Patent infringement cases are complex and can be expensive to litigate.
Copyright Infringement
These cases involve the unauthorized use of someone else's copyrighted material. This scenario happens when someone copies a copyrighted work without permission or when they create a derivative work based on a copyrighted work. Copyright infringement cases are often complex and can be challenging to win, especially when a company does it willingly and knowingly.
Our intellectual property attorneys can review your case and determine the best legal action depending on your particular situation. Should the proceedings lead to litigation, the Law Offices of Nicholas D. Heimlich have experience in copyright infringement cases and can provide excellent legal representation.
Misappropriation Of Trade Secrets
This type of case involves the unauthorized use of a company’s confidential information that is not generally known to the public and has proprietary, classified information. Misappropriation of proprietary data can happen when a competitor or outside entity steals or discloses confidential information without the company’s consent. Confidentiality cases may be expensive to litigate but, in some cases, necessary.