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Here’s a case which might have just been about the effect of an implied, unwritten and ephemeral contract, but it is also about the permanence of an internet presence. In October 2009, in the Chancery D…
"Read all about it!" Court rules web is permanent, newspapers are ephemeral
December 9th, 2010 · No Comments
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UK Photographers are victims of copyright breaches
March 10th, 2009 · No Comments
Interesting article on www.1854.eu commenting on a survey by the British Photographic Council. It appears that nearly three quarters of British photographers surveyed had been the victims of copyright infringement and felt that there was no point in taking action against the infringer as it would be pointless and not cost effective. Surely there must [...]
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UK tough stance on online copyright infringement
August 19th, 2008 · No Comments
The UKIPO has signalled that the penalties for online copyright infringement should mirror those in the offline world. This could mean fines of up to £50,000 being imposed for online copyright infringement if the recommendations are made law. The report states “Copyright infringement is a serious economic crime. It is important that the penalties available [...]
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