Publisher's Synopsis
Covering a uniquely wide area of law, this book provides in-depth coverage of all aspects of IP law in Europe including the European Patent Convention and other international IP conventions which impact upon European IP practice. * Coverage of all EC Directives and Regulations, plus relevant case law * Detailed analysis of the interaction between EC competition law and intellectual property * Full analysis of the protection available under European and international conventions * Discussion of practical aspects such as licensing, joint ventures, franchising and enforcement
