What is a patent infringement?

Patent infringement is when one party uses, manufactures, or sells a product protected by a patent without the permission of patent holder. A patent is a type of legal protection given to an inventor of a product or process. It grants that inventor exclusive rights to make, use, and sell the invention for a period of time. In Mississippi, patent infringement occurs when another party use, manufactures, or sells the patented invention without the patent holder’s permission. A one party can be held liable for patent infringement if they are found to have knowingly and willfully violated the patent holder’s rights. If a patent holder has been wronged by a patent infringement, they are entitled to remedies such as compensation for losses, damages (including punitive damages and attorney fees), damages for lost profits, or an injunction to stop further infringement. A patent holder can sue an infringing entity in a Mississippi court for an injunction or damages. In Mississippi, patent infringement can be an expensive affair and should be avoided. As patent holders have exclusive rights to their invention, it is essential to always obtain permission before using, making or selling someone else’s invention.

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