Intellectual Property

Description-

Using news report within the last three years, find an example of a claim of patent, trademark, copyright or trade secret infringement. 

You may choose situations for which a claim has been made and is pending or for whcih a verdict or appellate decision has been rendered.

Discuss and analyze-

a) which  type of infringement is alleged to have occured,

b) all elements of factors that apply to such type of infringement,

c) whether such elements or factors are present in the claim, &

d) the most recent status of the claim or case that you can find through your research.

You are encouraged to discuss your own opinions about the claim. 

Be prepared to discuss your paper in class. 

Use at leadt 3 references.

Method of evaluation-

Paper Assignment rubic

Use MLA format.

Method of  Evaluation

Paper Assignment Rubric

Criteria                     Description

Content                 Well written critical analysis,

                               shows evidence of informed

                                thinking   (12)points

Organization        Well thought out and 

                                organzied  (3)ponts

Mechanis               Problems in spelling and 

                                grammar are absent or rare

                               & follows direction for 

                                assignment.  (3)points

References             Follows proper MLA format  

                                for cited pages  (2)points