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Here are some tips on how to deal with your branded goods being counterfeited and sold. First of all, it should be clear that the counterfeiting and sale of branded goods is an infringement of intellectual property rights, and you have the right to take legal measures to protect your rights and interests.
1. Collect evidence.
First, you need to gather enough evidence to prove the existence of the infringement. This includes collecting samples of counterfeit products, proof of purchase of counterfeit products, promotional materials for counterfeit products, etc. At the same time, you also need to investigate the counterfeit product** to understand the identity of the counterfeiter and the sales channel.
2. Communicate with counterfeiters.
After collecting sufficient evidence, you can try to communicate with the counterfeiter to ask them to stop the infringement and compensate you for your losses. In the course of communication, you can show the impersonator the evidence you have collected and clearly inform them of the illegality and consequences of their actions. If the counterfeiter agrees to cease the infringement and compensate for the damages, you can enter into a written agreement with the counterfeiter and retain the relevant evidence.
3. Report to the relevant departments.
If communication with the counterfeiter fails, you can report the infringement to the appropriate authorities. In China, you can report to the Industrial and Commercial Bureau, the Intellectual Property Office, etc. When making a report, you will need to provide detailed evidence and a description of the situation, and actively cooperate with the relevant authorities in the investigation. If the infringement is found to exist, the relevant authorities will punish the counterfeiter and protect your legitimate rights and interests.
Fourth, seek legal means.
If none of the above measures can solve the problem, you may consider taking legal action to protect your rights and interests. You can file a lawsuit in court to demand that the counterfeiter cease the infringement, compensate for damages, and bear other legal liabilities. During the litigation process, you will need to provide sufficient evidence to prove the existence of the infringement and the circumstances of your loss. If the court finds that the counterfeiter has committed infringement, it will rule that the counterfeiter bears the corresponding legal liability.
In addition to the above four ways to deal with it, you can also consider taking other measures to prevent infringement from occurring. For example, strengthen brand publicity and promotion to improve consumers' awareness and trust in the brand; Strengthen product quality control and technological innovation to improve the uniqueness and competitiveness of products; Establish a sound sales network and after-sales service system, reduce the sales channels of counterfeit products, etc.
In short, you need to take proactive and effective measures to protect your rights and interests when branded goods are counterfeited and sold. During the process, you need to remain calm, rational and comply with laws and regulations, and avoid using excessive or illegal means. At the same time, you also need to continue to pay attention to market dynamics and changes in infringements, and take corresponding measures in a timely manner to protect your legitimate rights and interests.