Scams in intellectual property include scams in which inventors and other rights holders are lured to pay money for an apparently official registration of their intellectual property, or for professional development and promotion of their ideas, but do not receive the expected services.

Dec 9, 2024 · Scammers call a trademark customer and falsely claim to be from the USPTO. They use fake caller ID information to impersonate a USPTO employee to trick you into providing personal information or paying excessive or nonexistent fees.

There are many forms of intellectual property fraud – from copyrights, to patents and otherwise – but do you know the difference, and how to steer clear?

The Impacts of Intellectual Property Theft and Trade Fraud. Intellectual property theft and commercial fraud have significant impacts on individuals and the economy, such as: Economic losses. These crimes result in substantial economic losses for businesses. Criminals sells fake goods at low prices, creating unfair and illegal competition in ...

Dec 12, 2024 · Patent or trademark scams can result in financial loss, unauthorized access to sensitive information, and compromised intellectual property rights if acted upon. Recognizing the warning signs and refraining from sending payment can help protect a trademark.

Dec 6, 2024 · Scams targeting trademark and patent owners are on the rise, with fraudsters employing fear tactics and impersonation to trick unsuspecting individuals and businesses. It’s essential to stay vigilant and informed to avoid falling victim to these schemes.

Aug 24, 2024 · USPTO scams—fraudulent activities that exploit the patent and trademark registration process—are on the rise. These scams can lead to significant financial loss and damage to your intellectual property rights.

Feb 6, 2024 · Trademark scams are not the only fraudulent intellectual property ploys that should concern companies and individuals. For example, Eric Fortier and his wife, Tina, invented a disposable cigarette butt holder that automatically snuffed out cigarettes.

HSI is a key player in the U.S. government’s fight against intellectual property theft and actively investigates illicit imports and pirated content that violate rights holders’ copyrights and trademarks.

Jan 27, 2025 · Be alert – Intellectual Property scams are on the rise! This article describes Intellectual Property (IP) scams, such as trademark scams, presents examples, and outlines protective steps to counter them.