Here is a copy of the presentation I gave at Osgoode’s inaugural IP Intensive Program. The slides deal with theories of indirect infringement in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom, and with the safe harbours that also govern the behaviour of Internet
Indirect theories of copyright liability
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Fear Mongering and Misinformation Used to Slag ACTAFear Mongering and Misinformation Used to Slag ACTA
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Developments in Computer, Internet and E-Commerce Law (2011-2012)Developments in Computer, Internet and E-Commerce Law (2011-2012)
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