Unauthorized use of a trademark
Unauthorized use of a trademark occurs when a third party uses a distinctive sign identical or similar to your registered trademark, without your authorization, for identical or similar products or services. This can generate confusion in the market, damage your reputation and cause economic losses.
Implications of Unauthorized Use of a Trademark
The consequences of unauthorized use of a trademark can be serious and varied, among them:
- Loss of customers: consumers may confuse the infringer’s goods or services with their own, which can lead to loss of customers and market share.
- Reputational damage: unauthorized use of a trademark can damage your company’s reputation and generate a negative association with inferior products or services.
- Economic losses: Unauthorized use of a trademark can result in direct economic losses, such as decreased sales; and indirect economic losses, such as legal expenses associated with defending your rights.
What can be done in the event of a trademark infringement?
Our experienced trademark infringement attorneys will provide you with comprehensive advice to protect your trademark rights, including:
- Infringement analysis: we will conduct a thorough analysis of the situation to determine whether an infringement of your trademark has occurred and assess the severity of the infringement.
- Out-of-court notification: we will assist you in sending a cease and desist letter or injunction to the infringer, requiring them to immediately cease unauthorized use of your trademark.
- Negotiation with the infringer: in some cases it will be possible to negotiate an amicable solution with the infringer to cease the unauthorized use of your trademark.
- Legal action: if negotiation is not possible, we will initiate the necessary legal action to protect your rights and obtain compensation for damages.
- Trademark registration: we will help you register your trademark in the corresponding registries to ensure its long-term protection.
Trademark Misuse Lawyers
Do you suspect someone is using your trademark without your consent? Unauthorized use of a registered trademark is a serious infringement that can seriously damage your business. At Letslaw, we have a team of trademark misuse lawyers who will provide you with the legal advice you need to protect your rights and put an end to the infringement of your trademark.
Don’t let anyone use your trademark without your authorization, contact us today!