Counterfeited or Pirated Products

Pirated and/or counterfeited products continue to be a growing problem in the areas of Movies, Music, Software, Games, Jewelry, Luggage, Watches, Sunglasses and other personal care products. Generally, if there is a demand for a particular product, then it is most likely that the product has either already been counterfeited or will be counterfeited. Many times these products are counterfeited and then shipped into the United States.

Counterfeit Aircraft parts, Auto Parts, Pharmaceuticals and other critical products have the potential to create large scale product liability until a Corporation can prove that the product was a counterfeit item. Unfortunately, even after providing proof that the part or product was counterfeit, the corporation receives negative press. Steps taken at the beginning to manage the corporate image can determine how the company is viewed in the marketplace.

Few law enforcement agencies have the knowledge, ability or staff to investigate this type of crime, unless an injury or death occurs. The actions taken by a corporation to investigate counterfeit products in the market place, before a negative event occurs and targeting those persons involved in the manufacture and distribution of the products can help mitigate negative press or product liability arising out of the failure of a counterfeited product.

BD Consulting and Investigations Inc. has helped our clients develop strategies for minimizing counterfeited or pirated products and provided investigative support in preparing cases for criminal or civil prosecution.

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