The United States loses between $225 and $600 billion each year due to misappropriation of intellectual property — an estimated 50-80 percent of which has been attributed to China. While Chinese officials have taken steps to better protect IP owners, many American companies remain vulnerable. It is imperative that U.S. IP owners know what rights do exist and how to enforce them.

When determining how best to protect and enforce IP, American businesses should know the powers, limits, and potential remedies available in both Chinese and U.S. forums. This article reviews the relevant legal landscape in both China and the U.S.

Originally published in Law360 - On April 16, 2018.