Derived from the renowned multi-volume International Encyclopaedia of Laws,
this monograph provides a survey and analysis of the rules concerning
intellectual property rights in Brazil. It covers every type of
intellectual property right in depth – copyright and neighbouring rights,
patents, utility models, trademarks, trade names, industrial designs, plant
variety protection, chip protection, trade secrets, and confidential
information. Particular attention is paid throughout to recent developments
and trends.
The analysis approaches each right in terms of its sources in law and in
legislation, and proceeds to such legal issues as subject matter of
protection, conditions of protection, ownership, transfer of rights, licences,
scope of exclusive rights, limitations, exemptions, duration of protection,
infringement, available remedies, and overlapping with other intellectual
property rights.
The book provides a clear overview of intellectual property legislation and
policy, and at the same time offers practical guidance on which sound
preliminary decisions may be based. Lawyers representing parties with
interests in Brazil will welcome this very useful guide, and academics
and researchers will appreciate its value in the study of comparative
intellectual property law.
The Authors. List of Abbreviations. Preface. General Introduction. Selected
Bibliography. Chapter 1. Copyright and Related Rights. Chapter 2. Patents.
Chapter 3. Utility Models. Chapter 4. Trademarks. Chapter 5. Trade Names.
Chapter 6. Industrial Designs. Chapter 7. Plant Variety Protection. Chapter 8.
Chip Protection. Chapter 9. Trade Secrets/Confidential Information. Chapter
10. Geographical Indications and Appellations of Origin. Index