Kluwer Copyright Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Like most copyright systems, French copyright law does not leave much room for the freedom of authors of transformative graphic works (also called “derivative works”). Three interesting cases on derivative works, two involving Jeff Koons and one Tintin, have recently put French copyright law in the international spotlight (e.g.

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LexBlog IP

JULY 21, 2021

That question is “how have various countries’ intellectual property laws addressed efforts to copyright, trademark, or patent holy names, sacred words, or outputs of creation?” The Compendium specifically excludes works alleged to be created by a divine being.” ” (at page 9 and 13). ” Id.

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JIPL Online

APRIL 9, 2021

iii] While intellectual property remedies are painfully slow, the internet is on the cutting-edge of fast paced communication. On one hand, those who view intellectual property rights as a limited monopoly would suggest that even derivative use of the content in a meme is infringement on the rights holder’s interest.

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Patently-O

DECEMBER 11, 2023

More specifically, we recognize the usefulness of examining intellectual property issues through the lenses of competition and consumer protection. In our view, the FTC plays a vital role in keeping markets open and honest, and we have long been admirers of the intelligence and energy that the agency brings to that task. Vanderhye v.

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