Software infringement is the illegal copying, sale or distribution of proprietary software, violating patent law. Intellectual property is protected by copyright, trademark, and patents. Patents give creators exclusive rights to profit from their work. Infringement results in lawsuits and injunctions. Unauthorized sales and copies are considered infringement, while reselling purchased software is not. Software infringement […]
Markman v. Westview Instruments, Inc. (1996) and Graver Tank & Manufacturing Co. v. Linde Air Products Co. (1950) are major patent infringement cases decided by the US Supreme Court. Markman removed the jury’s responsibility for interpreting key terms in a patent, while Graver created two methods for deciding patent infringement. Inventions can be devices or […]
Copyright infringement is the unauthorized use of copyrighted material, which has increased due to the internet and digital copying programs. Copyright owners have the exclusive right to copy and sell their material, subject to fair use laws. Infringement can be referred to as piracy or theft and may involve illegal non-commercial reproductions, such as file […]
Copyright is a category of intellectual property that includes novels, music, and performance art. Copyright infringement laws protect the rights of creators and prohibit unauthorized use or alteration of their work. Copyright protection exists automatically when a work is created and can be enforced even if not registered. However, copyright infringement laws vary around the […]
Intellectual property rights protect exclusive use, production, and sale of software, logos, designs, and recipes. Infringement occurs when someone uses these without permission. Patents protect inventions, copyrights protect original works, trademarks differentiate products, and trade secrets are confidential information. Infringement occurs when these are used without permission. Many countries recognize the right of a person […]
Music copyright infringement can result in monetary consequences based on the value of the music obtained or distributed. Proof of infringement can lead to an order to stop distribution. Infringement can occur unknowingly and is difficult to catch. Lawsuits can result in injunctions and significant losses for artists. Actual damages can result in fines up […]
Patent infringement is the unauthorized use, sale, or disposal of a patented product or process. The patent holder can sue for damages and ask the court to stop the unauthorized use. Willful infringement can result in higher damages, but defendants can argue patent validity or lack of knowledge. Indirect infringement and patent claims can also […]
To report copyright infringement, contact a copyright attorney who can help determine if you have a case, establish ownership, investigate infringement, and take legal action. Cease and desist orders are common, and if the infringer does not comply, a civil lawsuit can be filed for damages and to stop the use of copyrighted material. If […]
Misdemeanors are mild to moderately serious crimes, including shoplifting, public drunkenness, DUI, prostitution, and possession of marijuana. Charges and penalties vary by jurisdiction. There are often several categories of crime in a jurisdiction. A common category is known as misdemeanors. These crimes are usually mild to moderately serious. Examples of petty crimes include shoplifting, public […]
Design patent infringement laws protect unique designs from imitation and allow patent holders to block the importation of infringing goods. Design patents protect the appearance of a product and are granted for novel ornamental designs. Infringement can occur through copying, non-commercial use, or importing. Design patents last for a limited time, after which copying is […]
Copyright is legal protection for original artistic or intellectual property. It varies from country to country, but is designed to protect an author’s right to profit from their work. In the US, copyright automatically exists on creation, but registration is recommended. Punishments for infringement vary, and examples include downloading music illegally. The Berne Convention provides […]
Copyright infringement can result in penalties such as forfeiture of illegal copies and paying damages to the owner. The creator of an original work is automatically entitled to the copyright, but registration can help protect those rights. Violations can include copying or distributing without permission, and penalties may include seizure of infringing items and payment […]
Light infringement is a form of light pollution that affects personal space and can cause conflict. It is caused by poorly directed lighting and can be prevented by turning off lights, aiming them correctly, and using hoods and shields. If frustrated with a neighbor’s light, approach them politely and offer to help. Light infringement is […]
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