Trademark Infringement

Trademark infringement is a violation of the exclusive rights of a trademark owner. It occurs when someone uses a trademark that is identical or confusingly similar to a registered trademark, in connection with goods or services that are related or similar to the ones covered by the registered trademark.

The use of a trademark by a third party may be considered infringing if it causes confusion in the minds of consumers about the source or origin of the goods or services, or if it dilutes the distinctiveness of the trademark. Trademark infringement can take many forms, including using a similar or identical trademark, a similar logo or design, or even a similar domain name.

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