Amazon Intellectual Property Violations
Intellectual Property (IP) complaints on Amazon can lead to listing removals, account suspensions, and permanent bans.
At Rosenbaum & Segall, P.C., the law firm behind AmazonSellersLawyer.com, we defend sellers facing IP complaints — and help brands enforce their rights legally and effectively.
Intellectual Property Services for Amazon Sellers
Amazon’s marketplace enforces strict IP rules covering trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
Violations, even unintentional, can result in listings being removed or funds withheld.
Our legal team represents both Amazon sellers and brand owners, providing complete defense, enforcement, and arbitration support for IP disputes.
We handle cases involving counterfeit allegations, unauthorized use of content, and brand protection claims.
We Defend Sellers Against
Trademark Violations & Complaints – Defending sellers accused of using brand names, logos, or descriptions.
Copyright Complaints – Protecting sellers accused of misusing images, text, or videos.
Patent Complaints – Challenging improper or invalid patent claims.
Counterfeit Allegations – Clearing false claims and restoring seller accounts.
Wrongful / False IP Complaints -Addressing brand misuse, keyword hijacking, or algorithmic misclassification.
How We Fight IP Complaints
Drafting and responding to Cease & Desist Letters.
Preparing Amazon POA-based IP claim responses.
Filing DMCA Counter-Notices to restore listings.
Defending through Amazon’s internal appeal system or external legal action.
Pursuing arbitration or litigation when false IP reports cause damages.
Intellectual Property Litigation & Enforcement
When IP complaints cause significant business loss, our firm takes legal action to enforce seller rights.
Federal Litigation: Damages recovery for false IP complaints.
Cross-Border Enforcement: Protecting brands with international trade components.
Permanent Injunction Actions: Stopping repeat infringers.
Asset Seizures & Injunctions: Recovering funds or inventory held due to infringement claims.
Copyright Infringement Defense for Amazon Sellers
Copyright issues often involve unauthorized use of images, videos, or text. Amazon’s system automatically removes listings after a complaint, often without verification.
Ownership Disputes: Sellers using manufacturer-provided images without licenses.
DMCA Takedowns: Wrongful removal requests under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
False Claims: Competitors filing complaints to damage listings.
Fair Use Misunderstandings: Using descriptive images or text legally but being flagged by automation.
Copyright violations on Amazon are often decided by speed, paperwork, and pressure — not by fairness. That’s why having the right legal defense matters.
Trademark Infringement Defense for Amazon Sellers
Trademark complaints can arise even when products are genuine. Amazon’s algorithm may flag listings based on similar logos, names, or keywords.
Common Causes of Trademark Complaints:
Using brand names in product titles or descriptions.
Listing compatible products using another brand’s name.
Reselling authentic goods without clear authorization.
Incorrect trademark keyword tagging or product categorization.
Our Trademark Defense Includes:
Reviewing listings and ASIN metadata for policy compliance.
Responding directly to rights owners and Amazon’s IP team.
Preparing reinstatement Plans of Action (POA) for suspended accounts.
Educating sellers on trademark fair use and product compatibility labeling.
Patent Infringement Defense for Amazon Sellers
Patent complaints on Amazon are among the most complex. Sellers may be accused of violating Utility Patents (how a product works) or Design Patents (how a product looks).
We Defend Sellers Against:
Utility Patent Claims: Addressing allegations of functional similarity.
Design Patent Claims: Differentiating product appearance to disprove copying.
False Patent Filings: Challenging competitors misusing patents to restrict competition.
How We Help Sellers:
Reviewing claim validity with independent experts.
Preparing rebuttals under Amazon’s Utility Patent Neutral Evaluation Program (UPNE).
Negotiating withdrawals or settlements directly with patent holders.
Preventing repeat infringement suspensions through compliance strategy.
Intellectual Property Protection for Brands
We also help brand owners enforce their IP rights correctly to avoid false or abusive reporting.
Our brand protection strategies include:
- Trademark Monitoring & Enforcement: Detecting unauthorized sellers.
Listing & Image Protection: Preventing hijacked ASINs.
Custom Enforcement Plans: Balancing brand rights with Amazon’s Fair Use and First Sale policies.
