Document Type
Article
Publication Date
Summer 6-1-2021
Keywords
Copyright, Originality, Architect
Abstract
The paper examines the background of the AWCPA, explores its largely unforeseen consequences within the housebuilding industry and reviews a number of recent legal decisions that indicate a shift in attitude towards trolling, a clearer approach towards determination of substantial similarity in design and a more assertive use of summary judgment to terminate legal proceedings.
Recommended Citation
Greenstreet, Robert, "The origins and unforeseen implications of the Architectural Works Copyright Protection Act and recent developments in its interpretation and implementation" (2021). Architecture Faculty Articles. 15.
https://dc.uwm.edu/sarup_facarticles/15
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