Description
Book SynopsisAn abundance of practical examples gives students a unique perspective on the subject in its social context. This book examines the complex policies that inform and guide modern intellectual property law at the domestic (including Scottish), European, and international levels, giving the reader a true insight into the discipline and possible future developments.Selling Points:- An accessible and engagingly written introduction to intellectual property law- Goes beyond an account of the law to look at policy directing legal decision making, as well as controversies and areas for further debate in order to give students an in-depth understanding of the subject- Introduces the relevant European and international dimensions to IP law to ensure that students gain an understanding of IP law- Practical examples, exercises, and diagrams clearly illustrate the core principles and help to bring the subject to lifeNew to this Edition:- Includes engagement throughout the book with the implications
Trade ReviewReview from previous edition An excellent introduction to intellectual property law and policy that students enjoy engaging with. * Ryan Abbott, Professor of Law and Health Sciences, University of Surrey *
Table of ContentsI. Introduction 1: Intellectual property law: An introduction II. Copyright 2: Copyright 1: History, rationale, and policy context 3: Copyright 2: Subject matter, first ownership, and term 4: Copyright 3: Economic rights and infringement 5: Copyright 4: Exceptions and limitations 6: Copyright 5: Moral rights, and exploitation of copyright 7: Rights akin to copyright III. Design Protection 8: Registered designs 9: Unregistered designs IV. Patents 10: Patent regimes and the application process 11: Patentability 12: The power of a patent V. Registered Trade Marks 13: Trade mark regimes and the application process 14: Definition of a registrable trade mark, and absolute grounds for refusal/invalidation and revocation 15: Relative grounds for refusal/invalidation, infringement, and defences VI. Common Law Protection of Intellectual Property, Trade Secrets, and Information 16: Passing off 17: Breach of confidence 18: Control of information VII. Intellectual Property, Free Movement of Goods, and Competition Law in Europe 19: Free movement of goods and intellectual property rights 20: EU competition law and intellectual property VIII. Enforcement and Remedies 21: Enforcement and remedies
