Patent Infringement Cases

Patent infringement cases occur when someone uses, makes, or sells a patented invention without permission from the patent holder. Patents grant inventors exclusive rights to their inventions for a specified period, encouraging innovation. If a patent owner believes their rights have been violated, they can file a lawsuit seeking remedies, such as monetary damages or injunctions to stop the infringing activities. Courts evaluate whether the accused product or process falls under the patent's claims. These cases can be complex, involving technical details and legal arguments about the patent’s validity and scope.