Intellectual Property (IP) Investigations

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Counterfeit products, brand misuse and IP infringement can damage your reputation, reduce revenue and put consumers at risk. Absolute Investigations provides targeted, intelligence-led IP investigations to identify infringements, gather evidence and support enforcement action.

We work with brand protection teams, legal counsel and rights-holders to safeguard trademarks, copyrights, patents and design rights.

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02080882783 (Office hours)
07543468224 (Calls evenings and weekend - Message 24/7)

Our IP Investigation Services

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Counterfeit Product Investigations

We trace the source and distribution of counterfeit goods, conduct covert purchases and collate evidence suitable for civil or criminal proceedings.

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Online & Digital Infringement

Our team monitors websites, marketplaces and social media platforms to detect unauthorised sellers and brand misuse.

Identity verification

Grey Market & Parallel Trading

We identify unauthorised sales channels, diverted stock and distributors operating outside approved regions.

Identity verification

Market Surveys & Intelligence Gathering

Using discreet fieldwork and industry contacts, we determine the scale of infringement and map supply chains.

Identity verification

Test Purchases

Covert test purchases provide verified evidence of counterfeit or infringing products, documented and packaged to legal standards.

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Why Choose Absolute Investigations?

Specialist investigators with extensive brand-protection experience

Discreet, compliant and evidence-driven approach

Detailed reports with photographs, statements and chain-of-custody documentation

National coverage with rapid response

Proven support for enforcement, litigation and strategic decision-making

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of IP infringement can you investigate?

What types of IP infringement can you investigate?

We investigate counterfeit goods, online infringement, unauthorised distribution, grey market activity, brand misuse and breaches of trademark, copyright or patent rights.

Can you carry out covert test purchases?

Can you carry out covert test purchases?

Yes. We regularly conduct covert test purchases to obtain physical evidence of infringement, which can be used for civil or criminal action.

Do you work with legal teams?

Do you work with legal teams?

Absolutely. We support solicitors, brand protection units and rights-holders with evidence suitable for litigation, enforcement and strategic planning.

How do you identify online infringements?

How do you identify online infringements?

Our investigators monitor websites, online marketplaces and social media platforms to detect unauthorised sellers, counterfeit listings and trademark misuse.

Will the investigation be kept confidential?

Will the investigation be kept confidential?

Yes. All enquiries are handled discreetly and professionally, with full confidentiality and data protection maintained throughout.

Ready to Talk?

If you have questions or want to discuss your case confidentially, contact us today. We offer discreet, no-pressure consultations by phone or email.

020 8088 2783

info@absoluteinvestigations.co.uk

Or complete our online contact form for a confidential consultation.

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