An introduction to UK IP law. Presented orginally to young entrepreneurs in Bradfrod last May. Explains how the law protects investment in brands, design, technology and creative works. Gives some useful tips.

1. Introduction to UK Intellectual Property Law Slideshare, 28 March 2008 Jane Lambert Barrister

2. What is “Intellectual Property” Collective name for a bundle of rights that protect investment in brands, design, technology and the arts, Some of those rights are monopolies while others are protection from copying Some arise automatically Others require registration

3. Why it is important Probably most cost-effective way to promote investment in innovation and branding Condition of membership of world trade system Essential for science and technology Strikes a balance between conflicting public interests

4. Brands Passing off – common law right of action Registered trade marks – monopoly of name, logo, initials or any other sign for specified goods or services Registered Design Geographical Indications

5. Design Aesthetics – registered designs, Community designs and artistic copyright Functionality – national unregistered design right and semiconductor chip topography

6. Technology Patents – 20-year monopoly of new product or process disclosed to the world Confidentiality – indefinite protection of secret technical or commercial information disclosed in confidence Semiconductor Topography Software copyright

7. Arts C opyright – protection from copying of books, poems, paintings, plays, films, sound recordings, broadcasts Rights in Performances – right of actors, dancers, musicians, singers and other performers to authorize taping or filming Moral Rights: protects reputation of work or the author

8. Enforcement Default Method: claim in High Court or chancery county courts Collecting Societies: collects royalties for members Crimes: Bootlegging, counterfeiting and piracy ADR: Domain names, IPO opinions

9. Protecting your Investment Impractical to obtain cover everywhere Identify major threats to your market Tailor protection to meet those threats Insure or get other funding

10. Any Questions Jane Lambert nipc The Media Centre 7 Northumberland Street Huddersfield HD1 1RL UK Tel +44 (0)870 990 5081 Email jane.lambert@nipclaw.com