Not every innovation is covered by a patent, protected by a trademark or design. Competition law and trade secrets law close many of these gaps - and customs at the border help with counterfeits.

Additional protection under competition law

Products with competitive characteristics can be used according to § 4 No.. 3 UWG must be protected against unfair imitation - for example if customers are deceived about the origin or the reputation of the original is exploited. We check, whether this protection applies in your case.

Trade secrets and know-how

Know-how is only protected, if you can demonstrate appropriate confidentiality measures. We will work with you to develop a protection concept in accordance with the Trade Secrets Act (GeschGehG) and enforce claims in the event of betrayal or poaching.

Product piracy and border confiscation

With a border seizure request, customs stops goods that infringe intellectual property rights at the EU's external borders. We submit the application, oversee the suspension of the transfer and then enforce destruction and claims against those responsible - including on online marketplaces.

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