Question 1

Which of the following is true with regard to copyright law in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A) A Canadian author must register upon the creation of her book in order to acquire copyright protection. 
B) Copyright law is governed by the Copyright Act,but an author need not register under the statute to acquire copyright. 
C) Generally,the term of copyright is fifty years. 
D) Registration of copyright is restricted to published works. 
E) Everyone can receive copyright protection in Canada for his or her work created elsewhere. 
A) A Canadian author must register upon the creation of her book in order to acquire copyright protection. 
B) Copyright law is governed by the Copyright Act,but an author need not register under the statute to acquire copyright. 
C) Generally,the term of copyright is fifty years. 
D) Registration of copyright is restricted to published works. 
E) Everyone can receive copyright protection in Canada for his or her work created elsewhere.

Question 2

Identify and discuss the ways in which a business can reduce their risk in relation to intellectual property.

Accepted Answer

This is a general discussion question.St

Question 3

"In Canada,copyright always resides with the author of the material." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

Accepted Answer

The statement is inaccurate.If the autho

Question 4

An employee could not be sued for disclosing a company's customer list because no trade secret or unique manufacturing process is involved.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Ownership of a copyright can be sold.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Paul and Robert designed a new phone case that they want to introduce to a large market.They decide that the quickest way to have their product recognized would be a symbol that would alert the buyer that it can be used with any smartphone.After playing with some symbols,they decide to use a slight variation of Apple Computer Ltd.'s apple symbol because it is pleasing to the eye and well known.Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A) There could be no infringement of Apple Computer Ltd.'s registered trademark unless the apple symbol used by Paul and Robert is exactly like its symbol. 
B) There could be no infringement of Apple Computer Ltd.'s registered trademark unless Apple Computer Ltd.suffers a loss because of this unauthorized use of its symbol. 
C) It is one of the jobs of the trademark office to alert owners of trademarks when their symbols are being used by others. 
D) If Apple Computer Ltd.did sue Paul and Robert for infringement of trademark,it could ask the court for an injunction as well as for damages. 
E) Even if Paul and Robert knowingly forged the trademark,they would only be liable in a civil action and could never be charged with a criminal offence. 
A) There could be no infringement of Apple Computer Ltd.'s registered trademark unless the apple symbol used by Paul and Robert is exactly like its symbol. 
B) There could be no infringement of Apple Computer Ltd.'s registered trademark unless Apple Computer Ltd.suffers a loss because of this unauthorized use of its symbol. 
C) It is one of the jobs of the trademark office to alert owners of trademarks when their symbols are being used by others. 
D) If Apple Computer Ltd.did sue Paul and Robert for infringement of trademark,it could ask the court for an injunction as well as for damages. 
E) Even if Paul and Robert knowingly forged the trademark,they would only be liable in a civil action and could never be charged with a criminal offence.

Question 7

Explain how a patent is obtained.

Accepted Answer

A patent must be app

Question 8

Which of the following is essential for a work to have copyright protection?

Accepted Answer

A) The idea on which the work is based must be original. 
B) The subject matter of the work must only fall into either musical or artistic categories. 
C) The expression of the idea must be an original product of the author's own skill. 
D) The expression of the idea will generally be sufficient. 
E) The creator of the work must register his/her work in Canada. 
A) The idea on which the work is based must be original. 
B) The subject matter of the work must only fall into either musical or artistic categories. 
C) The expression of the idea must be an original product of the author's own skill. 
D) The expression of the idea will generally be sufficient. 
E) The creator of the work must register his/her work in Canada.

Question 9

Explain the concept of an "enhanced injunction."

Accepted Answer

This is a remedy under the Cop

Question 10

What three important remedies does the Copyright Act now provide to copyright owners?

Accepted Answer

The Copyright Act pr

Question 11

A "passing-off action" prevents a person from misleading the public into thinking it is dealing with some other business and applies whether or not a registered trademark is involved.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Trademarks are to prevent the deception of people who think they are dealing with the company usually associated with the symbol.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

When a trademark is registered,it gives protection for a period of 50 years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Contrast patent and copyright protection.In your discussion,consider the differences in the nature of the protection,the kind of things protected,the effectiveness of the protection granted,and the objectives of the legislation.

Accepted Answer

The main difference between copyright pr

Question 15

Indicate four remedies that may be available to the victim of the breach of copyright.

Accepted Answer

Remedies include an Anton Pill

Question 16

Joe worked for Harry's Fine Toys for a period of six years.In September,he left Harry's Fine Toys and went to Sam's Toy Shop,a competitor,and disclosed Harry's Christmas line of toys.What could Harry do under these circumstances?

Accepted Answer

In the process of disclosing t

Question 17

A person can obtain copyright protection only when the idea upon which the work is based is original.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following is false with regard to trademark?

Accepted Answer

A) Registration of a trademark gives the owner of the trademark the exclusive right to use it throughout Canada. 
B) Registration of a trademark grants the owner protection for 15 years with the right to renew. 
C) If a person registers a trademark but later fails to use it,protection of the mark will not be lost.It is still his and is protected for the remainder of the period of protection granted. 
D) The distinctive design of a product container may be the subject of trademark protection. 
E) Registration under the Trademark Act establishes a presumption that the person registered is the owner of the trademark. 
A) Registration of a trademark gives the owner of the trademark the exclusive right to use it throughout Canada. 
B) Registration of a trademark grants the owner protection for 15 years with the right to renew. 
C) If a person registers a trademark but later fails to use it,protection of the mark will not be lost.It is still his and is protected for the remainder of the period of protection granted. 
D) The distinctive design of a product container may be the subject of trademark protection. 
E) Registration under the Trademark Act establishes a presumption that the person registered is the owner of the trademark.

Question 19

It is possible for a trademark name to lose its status through common use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Explain the "YouTube exception" in the Copyright Act.

Accepted Answer

Non-commercial users are permitted to us

Which of the following is true with regard to copyright law in Canada?

Identify and discuss the ways in which a business can reduce their risk in relation to intellectual property.

"In Canada,copyright always resides with the author of the material." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

An employee could not be sued for disclosing a company's customer list because no trade secret or unique manufacturing process is involved.

Ownership of a copyright can be sold.

Explain how a patent is obtained.

Which of the following is essential for a work to have copyright protection?

Explain the concept of an "enhanced injunction."

What three important remedies does the Copyright Act now provide to copyright owners?

A "passing-off action" prevents a person from misleading the public into thinking it is dealing with some other business and applies whether or not a registered trademark is involved.

Trademarks are to prevent the deception of people who think they are dealing with the company usually associated with the symbol.

When a trademark is registered,it gives protection for a period of 50 years.

Contrast patent and copyright protection.In your discussion,consider the differences in the nature of the protection,the kind of things protected,the effectiveness of the protection granted,and the objectives of the legislation.

Indicate four remedies that may be available to the victim of the breach of copyright.

Joe worked for Harry's Fine Toys for a period of six years.In September,he left Harry's Fine Toys and went to Sam's Toy Shop,a competitor,and disclosed Harry's Christmas line of toys.What could Harry do under these circumstances?

A person can obtain copyright protection only when the idea upon which the work is based is original.

Which of the following is false with regard to trademark?

It is possible for a trademark name to lose its status through common use.

Explain the "YouTube exception" in the Copyright Act.

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Exam 13: Intellectual Property

Which of the following is true with regard to copyright law in Canada?

Identify and discuss the ways in which a business can reduce their risk in relation to intellectual property.

"In Canada,copyright always resides with the author of the material." Discuss the accuracy of this statement.

An employee could not be sued for disclosing a company's customer list because no trade secret or unique manufacturing process is involved.

Ownership of a copyright can be sold.

Explain how a patent is obtained.

Which of the following is essential for a work to have copyright protection?

Explain the concept of an "enhanced injunction."

What three important remedies does the Copyright Act now provide to copyright owners?

A "passing-off action" prevents a person from misleading the public into thinking it is dealing with some other business and applies whether or not a registered trademark is involved.

Trademarks are to prevent the deception of people who think they are dealing with the company usually associated with the symbol.

When a trademark is registered,it gives protection for a period of 50 years.

Contrast patent and copyright protection.In your discussion,consider the differences in the nature of the protection,the kind of things protected,the effectiveness of the protection granted,and the objectives of the legislation.

Indicate four remedies that may be available to the victim of the breach of copyright.

Joe worked for Harry's Fine Toys for a period of six years.In September,he left Harry's Fine Toys and went to Sam's Toy Shop,a competitor,and disclosed Harry's Christmas line of toys.What could Harry do under these circumstances?

A person can obtain copyright protection only when the idea upon which the work is based is original.

Which of the following is false with regard to trademark?

It is possible for a trademark name to lose its status through common use.

Explain the "YouTube exception" in the Copyright Act.

Managing Your Legal Affairs

Introduction to the Legal System

The Resolution of Disputes: The Courts and Alternatives to Litigation

Intentional Torts and Torts Impacting Business

Negligence,Professional Liability,and Insurance

The Elements of a Contract: Consensus and Consideration

The Elements of a Contract: Capacity, Legality, and Intention

Factors Affecting the Contractual Relationship

The End of the Contractual Relationship

Agency and Partnership

Corporations

Employment

Real and Personal Property and Protection of the Environment

Priority of Creditors

Sales and Consumer Protection

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