'Comprehensive and up-to-date, this collection of contributions on EU copyright law signals the emergence of a truly European body of legal commentary on copyright law. The authors, many of them very distinguished, hail from 9 different Member States. As a result, the book contains a wealth of references not only to EU authorities but also to national laws and decisions. Moreover, in addition to covering general principles of European copyright, and analyzing each copyright Directive, the book examines future prospects for copyright in the EU.'- Jane Ginsburg, Columbia Law School, USThis authoritative reference work presents comprehensive article-by-article commentary on each of the EU Directives in the field of copyright, as well as analysis of the underlying basic concepts and principles such as free movement and non-discrimination.Published as part of the Elgar Commentaries series, this unique book describes and analyses each EU directive in turn, taking into account all recent legislative amendments and pending initiatives in the context of the EU Digital Agenda, as well as the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union. With a clear structure allowing readers to navigate quickly to a specific point, the book not only sets out the law, but boldly discusses challenges for the future that will underpin copyright in the years to come. It also presents ongoing discussions in WIPO and assesses the role of copyright in society and economy both from an EU and an international perspective.EU Copyright Law is a seminal commentary work from a team of leading experts in the field combining aspects of theory and practice and placing copyright in perspective. It will be an indispensable reference tool for academics, researchers, practitioners and policymakers in copyright law and comparative law.Contributors: G. Davies, E. Derclaye, B. Farrand, A. Firth, M.M. Frabboni, J. Gaster, C. Geiger, J. Griffiths, L. Guibault, M.-C. Janssens, N. Klass, A. Lucas-Schloetter, G. Minero, S. Nérisson, J. Rosén, H. Rupp, C. Sappa, F. Schönherr, I. Stamatoudi, A. Strowel, U. Suthersanen, P. Torremans, B. Ubertazzi, O. Vrins

EU Copyright Law: A Commentary (Elgar Commentaries series)

Irini Stamatoudi

Paul Torremans

Foreign & International Law

Edward Elgar Publishing

The Research Handbook on Cross-Border Enforcement of Intellectual Property systematically analyzes the unique difficulties posed by cross-border intellectual property disputes in the modern world.
The contributions to this book focus on the enforcement of intellectual property primarily from a cross-border perspective. Infringement remains a problematic issue for emerging economies and so the book assesses some of the enforcement structures in a selection of these countries, as well as cross-border enforcement from a private international law perspective. Finally, the book offers a unique insight into the roles played by judges and arbitrators involved in cross-border intellectual property dispute resolution.
Providing a comprehensive approach to cross-border enforcement, this Handbook will prove a valuable resource for academics, postgraduate students, practitioners and international policymakers.
Contributors: E. Arezzo, S. Bariatti, M. Blakeney, A.F. Christie, T. Cook, P.A. De Miguel Asensio, F. Dessemontet, P. Ellis, V. Ferguson, C. Geiger, S. Hailing, N.H.B. H ng, T. Kono, M. Leaffer, T. Leepuangtham, S. Neumann, C.O.García-Castrillon, M. Schneider, I. Stamatoudi, P. Torremans, O. Vrins, P.K.Yu

Research Handbook on Cross-border Enforcement of Intellectual Property (Research Handbooks in Intellectual Property series)

Law Practice

This second edition has been completely rewritten to reflect recent changes and new trends that have emerged since the popular first edition was published. Copyright law has become a fast moving area, which is reflected in the wealth and diversity of research. This comprehensive Research Handbook is situated at the cutting edge of current copyright research, with each chapter written by a leading author in that particular field.The Research Handbook begins with an examination of fundamental questions such as the historical foundations of copyright, the basic concept of originality and the significant discussion on communication to the public. The contributors then focus on moral rights and the artist resale right. In-depth treatment of specialist topics is provided, including copyright contracts, collective management, issues surrounding streaming and sampling, cultural heritage, orphan works, search engines and the potential for a public policy exclusion. The Research Handbook provides global coverage while also considering specific jurisdictions and private international law.The Research Handbook on Copyright Law is a rich research tool that reflects the wealth and diversity of the ongoing research in copyright. It is essential reading for students and researchers in copyright and intellectual property law, as well as practitioners and policymakers.Contributors include: P.C. Águila, F. Brison, S. Depreeuw, G. Dimita, Y. Gendreau, N.H.B. Hang, M.-C. Janssens, B.J. Jütte, T. Kien, J. Koo, A. Lucas-Schloetter, G. Minero, B. Mullisi, S. Nérisson, J. Pila, E. Rengifo, T. Riis, J. Schovsbo, I.A. Stamatoudi, U. Suthersanen, M.J. Tawfik, P. Torremans, H. Vanhees, C. Waelde

Research Handbook on Copyright Law: Second Edition (Research Handbooks in Intellectual Property series)

This book provides a comprehensive overview of European Patent Law. It presents a critical analysis of the European patent law system and the proposed changes to it. The book explores the strengths and weaknesses of the European Patent Convention, and the interaction between the national and the European level, as well as across borders.

European Patent Law: The Unified Patent Court and the European Patent Convention (De Gruyter Handbuch)

Duncan Matthews

Intellectual Property

de Gruyter

Intellectual Property Law and Human Rights Fourth Edition Edited by Paul L.C. Torremans Once regarded as a niche topic, the nexus of intellectual property and human rights now lies in the eye of the storm that is today's global economy. In this expanded new edition of the pre-eminent work in this crucial area of legal theory and practice - with nine completely new chapters - well-known authorities in both intellectual property law and human rights law present an in-depth analysis and discussion of essential and emerging issues in the convergence of intellectual property law and human rights law. The fourth edition is fully updated to address current matters as diverse as artificial intelligence, climate change, and biotechnological materials, all centred on the relations between intellectual property and freedom of expression and the fundamental right to privacy in an intellectual property environment. The contributors address such topics as the following and more: <ul> <li>the status of copyright as a fundamental right;</li> <li>fair use, transformative use, and the US First Amendment;</li> <li>intellectual property in the jurisprudence of the European Court of Human Rights;</li> <li>freedom to receive and impart information under the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights;</li> <li>how to mitigate the risks article 17 of Directive 2019/970 poses to freedom of expression;</li> <li>fair dealing defences;</li> <li>algorithmic copyright enforcement and free speech;</li> <li>developing a right to privacy for corporations;</li> <li>expanding the role of morality and public policy in European patent law; and</li> <li>ethical and religious concerns over patenting biotechnological inventions.</li> </ul> As human rights issues continue to arise in an intellectual property context, practitioners, academics, and policymakers in both fields will continue to recognize and use this well-established cornerstone work in the debate as a springboard to the future development of the ever more prominent interface of intellectual property and human rights.

Intellectual Property Law and Human Rights (Information Law, 34)

Wolters Kluwer