Whether students are interested in a career in intellectual property (IP) law or simply realize how important IP rights are to many individuals and businesses, this course is designed to give them a grounding in all four of the major areas of intellectual property law: patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. Topics covered include: (1) the scope of each IP right; (2) the requirements for protection; (3) limitations on the scope of protection; (4) the essential elements of a cause of action for infringement or misappropriation; (5) the major defenses; and (6) remedies. Grading: Letter graded Credits: 3 Offered:
