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The Doctrine of Fair Use in Copyright Law

The Doctrine of Fair Use in Copyright Law

Genesis The Doctrine of Fair Use is a concept that originates from the case of Folsom vs. Marsh. Justice Story observed in his judgement, when the courts of law decide on cases like this, they must look to the nature and objects of the selection

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The World of 3D Printing vs. IPR

The World of 3D Printing vs. IPR

Have you ever seen, or heard of, printed ears? Or printed hearts? Well, these may sound like something out of a Isaac Asimov novel, but 3D printing has made them our reality. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, is the technique of creating three-dimensional

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Types of Patent Applications

Types of Patent Applications

Suppose you and your patent attorney have approved the revised copy of the patent application. It should be filed as fast as possible with the patent office, once that happens. It can be filed in different types. They are based on the following criteria –

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Cybersquatting – A Menace in Digital India

Cybersquatting – A Menace in Digital India

Domain names are the most important assets in today’s digital era. All companies ensure that their domain names co-relate with their respective trademarks. It helps the consumer correlate and identify the company based on their trademark. But what does that have to do with cybersquatting?

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Can I enforce my rights through the Berne Convention (1886)?

Can I enforce my rights through the Berne Convention (1886)?

The Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Works concluded in 1886 and was amended in 1979. The Convention is open to all its member States. There are 179 parties to the convention, including India. Berne Convention Aims to protect the works and

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Enforcement of Computer Programs Under DMCA

Enforcement of Computer Programs Under DMCA

India implements DMCA-type legislations slower compared to other nations. They are also less extensive. India has signed neither the WCT nor the WPPA. Our country is considering the implementation of DMCA-style rules. Our country has not made any conclusive decision. Thus, India may continue to

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Is Copyright Infringement Illegal?

Is Copyright Infringement Illegal?

Copyright is a type of intellectual property rights. Such rights gives the owners/creators exclusive rights over their creations. How, they only get to enjoy such rights for a limited period of time.One infringes on copyrighted works when they violate the exclusive rights of the owner.

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An Introduction to DMCA

An Introduction to DMCA

The United States passed a law in 1998 – the DMCA, known as Digital Millennium Copyright Act. It regulates copyright infringements over the internet. DMCA criminalizes the act of copying the content. It does so by way of plagiarism, translating and/or remaking. Many creative works

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Role of Trademark Lawyer in India

Role of Trademark Lawyer in India

The growth of Intellectual Property Rights has led to an increase in demand for trademark lawyers in India. Trademarks have become an important part of running a business. Increasingly, businesses across India are applying for trademarks. This helps them stand out and acts as a

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Procedure For Design Registration in India

Procedure For Design Registration in India

Introduction A registered design grants the owner exclusive rights against any unauthorized copying or imitation. It can also help make the product more saleable, helping consumers identify the product with the brand. For a design to be registered under the Design Act, 2000, it must

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