In music, several elements can be protected under copyright law.
Such as the below:
-Musical Composition: This includes the melody, harmony, rhythm of a piece of music.
-Lyrics: The words of a song are protected as literary works.
-Sound Recordings: The actual recording of a performance of the musical composition is protected separately from the composition itself.
-Arrangements:...
A patent holder possesses exclusive rights to produce, sell, license, or assign the patented invention. This exclusivity means that if anyone attempts to copy the invention without permission, the patent holder has the legal right to sue for infringement. Patents are a crucial tool in the business world, providing protection for a product for up to 20 years.
Patent valuation...
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We are pleased to announce that our Lebanon office has moved to a new location.
Please update your records with our new address:
Address: Down-Town, Mother Jilas Street, Markazia Building, Ground Floor, Beirut, Lebanon.
P.O. Box 14-6059.
Phone number: +961 1 992 990.
The Bahrain Cabinet has approved a memorandum of cooperation for the fast-track examination of patents between the Department of Foreign Trade and Industrial Property of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce in Bahrain and the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Additionally, the Cabinet has endorsed a Memorandum of Understanding on comprehensive cooperation in the field of...
The Qatari Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued a set of guidelines to ensure the validity and accreditation of power of attorney documents. These guidelines, effective as of June 25, 2024, are crucial for legal compliance and effective representation.
Requirements for a Valid Power of Attorney:
1. The principal must possess the authority to act on their own behalf....
Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued Ministerial Decision No. 60 for 2024, implementing fee reductions for specific services in the commerce, industry, business development, and consumer protection sectors. The aim is to spur economic growth, attract investment, and create a favorable business environment. The new fees will be effective the day after their...
We are thrilled to announce that One WORLD IP has been honored with the prestigious IP Star ranking in Jordan and throughout the GCC region by Managing IP – IPSTARS! This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in intellectual property practice in the region. We are immensely proud of our team’s dedication and expertise, which has...