Copyright Cases 2019: Back to Basics and Plenty More
In volume 35 of the Canadian Intellectual Property Review, Halifax partner Daniela Bassan, QC, has published an article regarding notable cases in Canadian copyright law. Daniela’s piece reviews the key themes and trends from 2019, including ongoing developments in digital and online copyright disputes. To read the article in full, click here.
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*Flowchart below last updated June 2, 2020 (Originally published April 14, 2020) Dante Manna With the passing of Bill C-14, the COVID-19 Emergency Response Act, No. 2 on April 11, 2020, the federal government has…
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