Edward Elgar Publishing Edward Elgar - The Legal Protection of Databases Book

Explore the complexities of international database law with this comparative analysis from Edward Elgar Publishing. This book addresses the ongoing lack of international harmony regarding the protection of investments made in collecting, verifying, and presenting database contents. It examines the varying degrees of protection found across different legal systems, where some laws may over-protect while others under-protect database contents. Readers will gain a deep understanding of the different methods used to protect investment in database creation. The text compares intellectual property, unfair competition, contract law, and technological protection measures to identify the most adequate levels of protection. By applying criteria based on the economics of information goods and human rights, this work provides a comprehensive look at how to balance protection with accessibility in a global market.