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1. 1. Protecting the Red Sole - A Comparative Study between EU and US Trademark Protection of Colours and Shapes in the Fashion Industry

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

   Author : Natalin Yousef; [2022]
   Keywords : Intellectual Property Law; Fashion Law; Trademarks; United States; European Union; Christian Louboutin; Shape; Pattern Marks; Shape Marks; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : This thesis does describe and analyse the extent of protection of the Christian Louboutin trademark. The registration of trademarks is crucial for the fashion industry, in order to ensure the legacy of the brand and to gain economic value on the investments made. READ MORE

3. 2. Article 17(7) of Directive 2019/790 on Copyright and Related Rights in the Digital Single Market

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för handelsrätt

   Author : Kristina Boehm; [2021]
   Keywords : Copyright Directive; Digital Single Market; e-Commerce Directive; Exceptions and Limitations; Article 17; DSMD; Quotation; Criticism; Caricature; Parody; Pastiche; Online Content Service Provider; OCSSP; UGC; IP; Intellectual Property; Best Efforts; Communication to the Public; Freedom of Expression; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : Prior to the adoption of Article 17 of the Directive (EU) 2019/790 on Copyright and Related Rights in the Digital Single Market, the e-Commerce Directive provided hosting liability exemptions for intermediary service providers. In addition, copyright exceptions and limitations were previously optional and their implementation was at liberty of the Member States. READ MORE

4. 3. A legal perspective on biotechnology patents in mergers and acquisitions transactions in the European Union and the United States

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

   Author : Matti Antela; [2020]
   Keywords : Legal perspective; biotechnology; patentability; mergers and acquisitions; regulatory environment.; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : This thesis addresses different aspects of the legal perspective on the patentability, valuation, and scope of biotech patents in the European Union and the United States when mergers & acquisitions transactions are in question. To facilitate mergers & acquisition of a biotechnology company a specific regulatory environment must be established, particularly what effects the most such transactions when the biotech company is in question. READ MORE

5. 4. User-generated content and Copyright Dilemma in Web 2.0 Era : Should the Specific Exception be introduced in The EU?

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Juridiska institutionen

   Author : Chotima Thetsidaeng; [2019]
   Keywords : copyright; intellectual property law; UGC; transformative work; Adaptation; exception and limitation; Thai copyright law; freedom of expression;

   Abstract : It is undeniable that internet nowadays is part of our life and community. Internet opens door for expression of ideas and opinions which can both be given and taken freely. Moreover, with the rise of the new internet model, Web 2.0, the platform becomes wider and more interactive which has an effect on the copyright aspect all over the world. READ MORE

6. 5. Communication to the public : A study in light of Article 3(1) of the InfoSoc Directive (2001/29/EC)

   University essay from Högskolan i Jönköping/IHH, Rättsvetenskap

   Author : Ludvig Brandt; [2014]
   Keywords : Communication to the public; InfoSoc Directive; Broadcasting; Live performances; Streaming; Hyperlinking;

   Abstract : The intellectual property concept of ‘communication to the public’ in Article 3(1) of the InfoSoc Directive is a current issue within the EU, as the means of communication increase all the time due to the fast development of the information society. Accordingly, the CJEU has more than occasionally been instructed to rule upon this provision, as the Member States of the EU are unconfident as to how it should be interpreted. READ MORE