Licensing of Software Does Not Give Rise to Patent Exhaustion
The Ninth Circuit held that software licenses do not give rise to patent exhaustion, restricting the first sale doctrine for licensed software. This judgment clarifies the limitations on…
Copyright Law
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Why Don’t You Copyright Me? Copyrights and Writers (Part 4)
This post examines copyright registration for writers in India, detailing protections for literary and artistic works. It discusses the registration process, benefits for writers, and practical considerations in…
Independent Touch of Creativity: Copyrights and Writers (Part 3)
The article discusses how originality and creativity are fundamental for copyright protection for writers under Indian law. It explains the legal standards and offers practical examples to clarify…
Public Domain in Copyright Regime: Facilitating Right to Know
This article explores the conflict and reconciliation between copyright protection and the right to know in India. It highlights the importance of fair use, legal exemptions, and judicial…
Copyright Limitations on Media Freedom
This post explores how copyright law both protects and limits media freedom, with emphasis on Indian and comparative legal perspectives. It analyses fair use, public interest, and key…
Words Are All We Have – Copyrights and Writers (Part 1)
The post analyses copyright protection for writers in India, including ownership, registration, and legal rights under Indian law. Key questions around publishing agreements and enforcement are introduced for…
Publication of Bare Acts Not Infringement, Cinematograph Act Amendments, No Copyright For Taste, and More
This post examines recent copyright law updates in India, including positions on bare acts publication and Cinematograph Act reforms. It also covers global copyright decisions and major legal…
Waiving Moral Rights Can Be Moral
This analysis explores whether moral rights can be waived under different legal systems, with a focus on Indian copyright law. The issue remains unsettled by legislation and case…
Value of Intellectual Property for Music Bands
This post explores the legal value of intellectual property for music bands in India, with an emphasis on trademark and copyright protection. It outlines essential registration procedures and…
“Three Idiots” Controversy – An Analysis
This analysis explores the legal and contractual aspects of the Three Idiots controversy, focusing on copyright and credit issues between Chetan Bhagat and the film producers. It evaluates…