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book Business Law 12th Edition by Roger LeRoy Miller ,Frank Cross cover

Business Law 12th Edition by Roger LeRoy Miller ,Frank Cross

Edition 12ISBN: 978-1111530594
book Business Law 12th Edition by Roger LeRoy Miller ,Frank Cross cover

Business Law 12th Edition by Roger LeRoy Miller ,Frank Cross

Edition 12ISBN: 978-1111530594
Exercise 9
To watch this chapter's video, The Jerk, go to www.cengagebrain.com and register your access code that came with your new book or log in to your existing Cengage account. Select the link for the "Business Law Digital Video Library Online Access" or "Business Law CourseMate." Click on "Complete Video List," view Video 66, and then answer the following questions:
(a) In the video, Navin (Steve Martin) creates a special handle for Mr. Fox's (Bill Macy's) glasses. Can Navin obtain a patent or a copyright protecting his invention? Explain your answer.
(b) Suppose that after Navin legally protects his idea, Fox steals it and decides to develop it for himself, without Navin's permission. Has Fox committed infringement? If so, what kind-trademark, patent, or copyright?
(c) Suppose that after Navin legally protects his idea, he realizes he doesn't have the funds to mass-produce the glasses' special handle. Navin therefore agrees to allow Fox to manufacture the product. Has Navin granted Fox a license? Explain.
(d) Assume that Navin is able to manufacture his invention. What might Navin do to ensure that his product is identifiable and can be distinguished from other products on the market?
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