Authorship vs. Ownership: Decoding the Doctrine of Work for Hire
INTRODUCTION In copyright law, the difference between authorship and ownership is a key factor in deciding who actually holds the rights to a creative work. The primary function of this legislation is to protect “creative work” and alongside ensure that creators get “exclusive rights” for their original creation of their mind. Article 27 of the … Continue reading Authorship vs. Ownership: Decoding the Doctrine of Work for Hire
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As India’s participation in global trade, including with countries with strict patent regimes, increases, the need of aligning patent policies and practices in India with global standards is being felt. If we look globally, and particularly at the competitive needs of global groupings (ASEAN, TPP etc) and countries with strict patent laws like US, Germany, … Continue reading Who Owns the Invention – the Employee and Employer Conundrum
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