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Special Report: Counterfeit AV

Pro AV
December 10, 2008

Related Professionals: Heavner, B. Brett

Media Mention

This article addresses the problem of counterfeiting in the audio visual community. Finnegan partner Brett Heavner offers a detailed sidebar commentary, saying that counterfeiting is a global problem and is not unique to any individual industry. Heavner says overseas contract managers provide more exposure and opportunity for counterfeiting, and counsels companies to adopt the following steps: develop marks that distinguish their products; use caution and due diligence when hiring contractors; and take advantage of trademark and copyright registration early in the game.