 Provides a very clear introduction to intellectual property law in the UK, whilst also acknowledging the increasing influence of the EU and other international jurisdictions on its development
Includes chapters on computer technology and the internet, character merchandising and franchising, making the text a cutting edge analysis of the subject
Logical structure allows readers to 'dip in' to chapters or sections without losing a sense of the intellectual property law system as a whole
Presents lucid explanations of the methods and reasons behind key statutory decisions and cases, whilst also providing everyday examples to help bring the topic to life
Accompanied by an online resource centre which provides readers with weblinks and updates to the law since publication
New to this edition
Expanded discussion of biotechnology patenting, IT and the internet, trademarks, images and character rights
Further discussion of international developments in intellectual property and their impact on the law, providing a global context for discussions throughout the text
Expanded annotated further reading lists and reference sections now at the end of every chapter
Clear end of chapter overviews which summarize the main points covered and help to consolidate learning and aid navigation
Short introductory guide to using the pedagogical features within the text
Larger format and additional subheadings to increase accessibility for readers
Holyoak and Torremans Intellectual Property Law provides readers with a clear introduction to the whole of UK intellectual property law, whilst carefully placing the law in its global context and acknowledging the influence of EU and other international jurisdictions over its development.
This edition continues to examine the methods and reasoning behind key statutory and case decisions, and provides readers with real life examples of intellectual property law in action, helping to bring the subject to life. Recent developments within the law relating to biotechnology patenting, IT and internet, and trademark, imaging and character rights are explored, providing readers with a cutting edge exploration of the subject.
Additional pedagogical features have been incorporated into the fifth edition, making it even easier for readers to navigate the text - each chapter now has a comprehensive introduction and summary, as well as expanded lists of annotated further reading for those who wish to explore a topic further. Further subheadings have also been added, along with flowcharts and diagrams to help comprehensibly explain the more challenging concepts.
This book is also accompanied by an online resource centre which provides updates and weblinks between editions, and is linked to the Blackstones Statutes on Intellectual Property Law website.
Readership: Undergraduates taking an optional module in intellectual property law in the second or third year of a law degree. Postgraduates studying intellectual property law as part of an LLM or MA. Practitioners may also find this useful as an introductory guide.
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