Wolters Kluwer Intellectual Property and Sports Essays

Explore the complex intersection of law and athletics in Intellectual Property and Sports: Essays in Honour of P. Bernt Hugenholtz. This volume addresses the critical questions raised by legal expert Bernt Hugenholtz regarding the expansion of copyright law. As the boundaries of authorship evolve, this book examines whether human actions, such as sports performances, should be protected under copyright frameworks. This collection provides a deep look into how copyright applies to sports events and the specific moves made by players. It covers a wide range of topics, from individual player achievements to the broader legal implications of sports broadcasting and performance. For legal professionals, scholars, and students of international law, this work offers a necessary examination of how intellectual property concepts adapt to the modern sporting world. Part of the Information Law Series, this book serves as a significant resource for understanding the legal challenges posed by the voracity of copyright in the realm of physical performance.