units
LAW7075
Faculty of Law
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6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSLRefer to the specific census and withdrawal dates for the semester(s) in which this unit is offered.
SynopsisThe statutory protection offered by the registered trade marks system, and the common law and equitable protection accorded through the actions of passing off and related torts. The unfair trading provisions of Part V of the Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth) and its State counterparts. The policies and objectives underlying these different laws, and the Trade Marks Act 1995 (Cth). International and comparative aspects. The merits of developing a broader law of unfair competition or misappropriation. Objectives
Students who successfully complete this unit should:
Assessment
Optional written assignment (3,750 words): 50% Chief examiner(s)Contact hours24 contact hours per semester (either intensive, semi-intensive or semester long, depending on the Faculty resources, timetabling and requirements) |