Copinger and Skone James on Copyright

This is an essential guide to navigating the ever-evolving landscape of copyright law. This comprehensive update in the form of a 19th edition addresses the complexities introduced by the UK's withdrawal from the EU, including detailed insights from the Supreme Court case Lipton v BA Cityflyer and explores the impact of Brexit on copyright legislation.

Key updates include:

• A newly amalgamated Chapter 1 that delves into the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Treaty and Brexit legislation, with further details in Chapter 28 on EU Law.
• In-depth analysis of recent Court of Appeal cases such as Wright v BTC Core, THJ v Sheridan, and Tesco v Lidl, which summarize EU jurisprudence on copyright subsistence.
• Expanded coverage of landmark cases like HRH The Duchess of Sussex v Associated Newspapers Ltd and Martin v Kogan, providing insights into protection and originality.
• A revamped Chapter 30 with a new section on the Interactive Entertainment industry.
• A brand-new Chapter 31 on Emerging Technologies, exploring generative AI, blockchain, NFTs, and the Metaverse.

With contributions from leading experts and specialists, this edition is fully updated to reflect the law as of 31 July 2024 and remains an indispensable resource for practitioners seeking authoritative guidance on copyright law.

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