The incidence of counterfeiting and trademark infringement has surged with the widespread use of online marketplaces, such as eBay, the Internet auction platform. As a result, such sites have faced a steady stream of lawsuits brought by prominent trademark owners in United States and European...

This report provides an overview of the international market for counterfeit goods. Specifically, the report details the overall magnitude of international counterfeit trade, and explains how counterfeit goods affect the U.S. economy. It highlights the role of the private sector in combatting...