Infringe (verb)

1. To act in violation of (a law, rule, etc.).
2. To encroach upon or limit (a right, freedom, etc.).
3. To act in contravention of a rule or law.

Origin:

From middle english infringen, from old french infringer, from latin infringere ("to break in piece.s")

Examples:

1. The company's actions infringed on the patent held by the other firm.
2. The new law would infringe on the rights of citizens.
3. He was accused of infringing on the copyright of the book.
4. The actions of the government were considered to be infringing on human rights.
5. The company's behavior infringed the terms of the contract.