Intellectual Property Law

A uniquely practical approach to intellectual property law: unfold the problem, reveal the law, apply to life. Using this new and innovative textbook, students are given a problem scenario to unfold; as they do this they will learn to understand the key questions and issues surrounding each area of intellectual property law. As each problem is explored, clear explanations reveal the central legal concepts underpinning the relevant topic. Further illustrations and references to the problem apply the law, enabling students to see for themselves how the law interacts with everyday life and business and giving them a deep and practical understanding. Online Resources A range of additional online resources are provided online, including guidance on how to approach the questions contained in the book, regular updates on legal developments, links to useful websites, and examples of relevant documents.

Part 1: Copyright 1: Introduction to copyright 2: Subsistence of copyright 3: Authorship and first ownership 4: Infringement of copyright 5: Defences 6: Moral rights 7: Related rights Part 2: Passing Off 8: Passing off Part 3: Trade marks 9: Introduction to trade marks 10: Registration of a sign 11: Absolute grounds for refusal 12: Relative grounds for refusal of registration 13: Infringement and loss of registration of trade marks 14: Defences to trade mark infringement Part 4: Patents 15: Introduction to patents 16: Ownership of patents 17: Patentability 18: Infringement of patents Part 5: Confidential Information 19: Trade secrets Part 6: Designs 20: Designs Part 7: Exploitation and enforcement of intellectual property rights 21: Dealings in intellectual property rights 22: Civil and criminal remedies