Understanding Intellectual Property

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Description
Understanding Intellectual Property by Mathew Thomas the fundamental principles of Intellectual Property in clear, concise and accessible
manner.
The work serves as a readymade reference to Intellectual Property Rights, it answers almost all questions that that anyone interested in the subject would need. The ''Fresh-eyes'' approach of the author provides new Perspectives to old problems with a practical understanding of Intellectual Property law to ensure that the concepts are explained in a simple and coherent manner.
Topics coverd include copyright, trademarks, patents,geographical indications, designs, plant variety,confidential information and trde secrets at both the national and international level. The book covers the case law/ judgements of superior courts of the U.K., the U.S., Europe and India. Attempt has been made by the author to cite and reference all authorities in the book, so that one need not search separately for the authority.
Salient Features:
.    Follows question and answer format for easy navigation.
.    Use of illustrations, diagrams, and tables to help elucidate key concepts for better understanding.
.    Chapters on useful doctrines, order and rule and international conventions.
.    Contains the latest Patent(Amendment) Rules, 2016
.    Covers the complete syllabus of law schools, patent Agent Examination, AIBE, Company Secretary and other examinations.
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Contents
1.    Copyright
2.    Trade Marks
3.    Patents
4.    Geographical Indications
5.    Designs
6.    Protections of Plant Varieties and Farmer's Rights
7.    Semiconductor Integrated Circuits Layout-Design
8.    Confidential Information and Trade Secrets
9.    Damages in Intellectual Property
10.    Some Useful Doctrines, Orders and Rules
11.    International Conventions on Intellectual Property
            Further Reading
            Subject Index
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Author Details
Dr Mathew Thomas is a class topper in his undergraduate and graduate studies. He is a recipient of Gold Medal and stood University First in his post graduation and holds a doctorate in IP. He worked with an IIM and also with a NLU. Taught both undergraduate and postgraduate      students; and also Senior Management of Corporates during MDPs.
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