COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARK INVESTIGATIONS

Copyright Infringement:

  • Definition: Copyright infringement occurs when someone violates the exclusive rights granted to the creator or owner of a copyrighted work without permission.

  • Protected Works: Copyright protects original works of authorship, including literary, artistic, musical, and other creative works fixed in a tangible form.

  • Examples: Examples of copyright infringement include unauthorized reproduction, distribution, public performance, or adaptation of copyrighted works. This can include copying text, images, music, videos, software code, and other creative content without the owner's permission.

  • Legal Consequences: Copyright infringement can result in legal action, including injunctions to stop the infringement, monetary damages, and in some cases, criminal penalties.

    Copyright Investigations

    • Infringement Detection: Identify unauthorized use of copyrighted material, such as reproduction or distribution without permission.

    • Ownership Verification: Establish the rightful owner of the copyrighted work.

    • Fair Use Analysis: Assess if the use falls under fair use exceptions or constitutes infringement.

    • Digital Piracy Monitoring: Track online platforms for unauthorized distribution or reproduction of copyrighted content.

Copyright and trademark investigations entail examining potential infringements or violations of intellectual property rights. We can assist with research, surveillance, and information gathering.

Trademark Infringement:

  • Definition: Trademark infringement occurs when someone uses a trademark, or a substantially similar mark, in connection with goods or services in a way that is likely to cause confusion, deception, or mistake about the source of the goods or services.

  • Protected Marks: Trademarks protect symbols, logos, phrases, names, or designs used to identify and distinguish the goods or services of one party from those of others.

  • Examples: Trademark infringement can occur when a person or business uses a trademark that is identical or similar to another party's trademark in a way that may confuse consumers. This can include using a similar logo, name, or slogan for products or services in the same or related industry.

  • Legal Consequences: Trademark infringement can lead to legal action, such as injunctions to stop the unauthorized use of the trademark, monetary damages, and in some cases, the forfeiture of goods bearing the infringing mark.

  • Trademark Investigations

    • Infringement Identification: Detect unauthorized use of trademarks by others.

    • Registration Verification: Confirm the legitimacy of registered trademarks and assess their coverage

    • Marketplace Surveillance: Monitor markets to identify counterfeit products or services that may harm the reputation of a trademark.

    • Use in Trade: Investigate the actual use of a trademark in commerce to ensure it aligns with the registered scope.

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If you're in need of discreet and strategic services, look no further than Raven. Our experienced team of investigators is here to assist you every step of the way. We operate across North America, with our headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario. With capabilities extending throughout North America, including major cities such as Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Halifax, and beyond in Canada, as well as New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, and Miami in the United States, we're well-equipped to handle your needs wherever you may be.

Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs, and let us help you uncover the truth.