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When is an IP agreement between a university and a student inventor unfair?

The IPKat

In this 650-paragraph judgement , the court ruled that students can in certain situations be “consumers” vis a vis the university under the Unfair Terms in Consumer Contracts Regulation 1999/2083) (UTCCR). In Oct 2013, Mr. Jing commenced his DPhil studies (PhD equivalent), signing a contract which included the University’s IP Provisions.

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What to Expect When You’re Expecting: An Overview of the Proposed Federal NIL Bill

LexBlog IP

This proposed federal NIL bill outlines several key provisions designed to address the current challenges and concerns in collegiate NIL, including: Safeguarding student-athletes who have entered into NIL agreements from retaliation by institutions of higher education. Preempting existing state laws.

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Copyright-A Bane For The Students Or A Boon For Copyright Owners?

IP and Legal Filings

Section 33(3) of the Indian Contract Act 1957 provides for the registration of copyright societies to perform the business of giving licenses in respect of any work in which copyright subsists. Along a similar line, the USA also offers blanket licensing through the national RRO (Reproduction Rights Organization). Way Forward.