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An introduction to UK IP law. Presented orginally to young entrepreneurs in Bradfrod last May. Explains how the law protects investment in brands, design, technology and creative works. Gives some useful tips.
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Introduction to UK Intellectual Property LawSlideshare, 28 March 2008
Jane LambertBarrister
What is “Intellectual Property”
Collective name for a bundle of rights that protect investment in brands, design, technology and the arts,
Some of those rights are monopolies while others are protection from copying
Some arise automatically
Others require registration
Why it is important
Probably most cost-effective way to promote investment in innovation and branding
Condition of membership of world trade system
Essential for science and technology
Strikes a balance between conflicting public interests
Brands
Passing off – common law right of action
Registered trade marks – monopoly of name, logo, initials or any other sign for specified goods or services
Registered Design
Geographical Indications
Design
Aesthetics – registered designs, Community designs and artistic copyright
Functionality – national unregistered design right and semiconductor chip topography
Technology
Patents – 20-year monopoly of new product or process disclosed to the world
Confidentiality – indefinite protection of secret technical or commercial information disclosed in confidence
Semiconductor Topography
Software copyright
Arts
Copyright – protection from copying of books, poems, paintings, plays, films, sound recordings, broadcasts
Rights in Performances – right of actors, dancers, musicians, singers and other performers to authorize taping or filming
Moral Rights: protects reputation of work or the author
Enforcement
Default Method: claim in High Court or chancery county courts
Collecting Societies: collects royalties for members
Crimes: Bootlegging, counterfeiting and piracy
ADR: Domain names, IPO opinions
Protecting your Investment
Impractical to obtain cover everywhere
Identify major threats to your market
Tailor protection to meet those threats
Insure or get other funding
Any Questions Jane LambertnipcThe Media Centre7 Northumberland StreetHuddersfieldHD1 1RLUK
Tel +44 (0)870 990 5081Email [email protected]
