Who Moved My Copyright? The Author, the Publisher and the Missing Assignment Deed
In the case of Pares Chandra Das & Anr. v. New Central Book Agency Private Limited & Ors., the author wrote the books, licensed their publication, stated that…
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Upcoming IP Event: Copyright for Writers and Publishers (6th January 2020)
BananaIP Counsels is hosting a seminar for writers and publishers focused on copyright protection and publishing agreements. The session will provide legal guidance on managing rights and addressing…
Your Book or Mine – Writers’ Moral Rights: Copyrights and Writers Part 10
The post discusses the legal framework for writers’ moral rights in India, focusing on the rights to paternity and integrity under copyright law. It also explores the impact…
A Writer by Any Other Name: Copyrights and Writers (Part 8)
The article explores legal considerations for Indian writers using pseudonyms, focusing on copyright registration, publishing agreements, and trademark protection. It offers practical guidance for writers and publishers on…
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…