Course Description:
In-depth examination of the current status of copyright doctrines under the 1976 Copyright Act. Consideration of principles historically developed under the common law and the 1909 act. Emphasis on the traditional realms of copyright: literary, musical, and artistic works. Exploration of recent copyright developments in computers, video recording, internet and other modern technologies. Approved IP LL.M. course. Prerequisite: IP Survey (388)