Patent infringement occurs when someone makes, uses, sells, or offers to sell a patented invention without permission from the patent holder. This unauthorised use of the patented technology violates the exclusive rights granted to the patent holder under patent law. Patent infringement can result in legal action by the patent holder seeking damages, injunctions to stop further infringement, and potentially the loss of profits for the infringing party. To establish patent infringement, the patent holder must demonstrate that the accused product or process falls within the scope of the claims of their patent. The resolution of patent infringement disputes often involves complex legal proceedings and may result in substantial financial consequences for the parties involved.
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