identity

identity.

1. The identical nature of two or more things; esp., in patent law, the sameness in two devices of the function performed, the way it is performed, and the result achieved. • Under the doctrine of equivalents, infringement may be found even if the accused device is not identical to the claimed invention. See DOCTRINE OF EQUIVALENTS. [Cases: Patents 234–237. C.J.S. Patents §§ 414–415, 417–418, 425–426.]

2. Evidence. The authenticity of a person or thing. [Cases: Evidence 102. C.J.S. Evidence § 211.]

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译者Natalie，在一家西班牙律师事务所的北京办公室担任全职法律翻译，擅长翻译涉及医疗健康领域的法律文件。