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Agriculture, genetic resources and traditional knowledge: A case of IPR

maddy — Fri, 18 May 2012 23:40:05 +0000

The relationship between agriculture, genetic resources, traditional knowledge and intellectual property rights is a contentious, on-going, issue of debate in several multilateral institutions. These include the World Trade Organisation (WTO), and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO), the Convention on Biological Diversity Conference of the Parties (CBD COP), and the United Nations' Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO). This case study being undertaken for the project, the research will examine the role of NGOs in the debate on the relationship between intellectual property rights, agriculture, genetic resources and traditional knowledge. The research will gather evidence on NGO engagement with multilateral institutions on these issues...read ahead

V Cops a solution for better policing

maddy — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:40:00 +0000

The Andhra Pradesh police department is the primary law and order maintenance agency in the state. An increase in organised crime and communal violence has led to the duties of the police being widened. This is where department decided to come up with a modern solution for the better management of the actvities...click here for case details

CASE STUDY: WIPO

Mehul — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 23:40:18 +0000

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is an international organization dedicated to promoting the use and protection of works of the human spirit. These works – intellectual property – are expanding the bounds of science and technology and enriching the world of the arts. Through its work, WIPO plays an important role in enhancing the quality and enjoyment of life, as well as creating real wealth for nations. With headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, WIPO is one of the 16 specialized agencies of the United Nations system of organizations. It administers 23 international treaties dealing with different aspects of intellectual property protection. The Organization counts 179 nations as member states. The case talks more about WIPO in brief...refer the case study

Illegal immigrants or Illegal Refugees? A Study of the Refugee Protection for Burmese Refugees in Thailand.

maddy — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:40:00 +0000

The case investigate the structural circumstances regarding the poor refugee protection for Burmese refugees in Thailand. Acknowledging that existing laws are politically motivated, the first part of this thesis examines the political context that determines the structure of the legal framework. The second part of the thesis scrutinizes the juridical framework concerning refugees, namely international law, regional instruments and Thai national law. The conclusion suggests that the Royal Thai Government's political stance can be seen as a result of non ratification of International Conventions as well as an undermining of refugee protection in national Thai law. Theoretically, the thesis approaches the issue from a realist perspective and applies concepts of state sovereignty and national security to address the matter. Through such an approach, refugees are considered as threatening to national stability and integrity in Thailand. The case study assumes that more general conclusions can be made concerning the tendencies of states to prioritise its own interests above humanitarian principles, such as Human Rights, which can have a negative effect on refugees in need of protection. Read More...

Technology Licensing Agreements:EU Vs. US

admin — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 23:40:11 +0000

Innovation is the source of new products and processes that expand the frontiers of competition. Advancements in technology are continuously occurring throughout the world as firms seek to develop new ideas for their products, services and markets. Most technology licensing is pro-competitive and should be encouraged by competition authorities. Nevertheless, in legal and economic spheres the connection among IP policy and competition law is an enduring subject matter of discussion, for the reason that both policies have possibly conflicting aims. In a higher level of analysis, it could be said that IP and competition law are complementary since they both pursue the promotion of consumer welfare. However they seek different interests towards the achievement of such target. Read more...

Case Study: Gay

admin — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:35:32 +0000

Gay is a word (a noun or an adjective) that primarily refers to a homosexual person. In the middle of his 1992 presidential campaign, candidate Bill Clinton pledged to follow Harry Truman's historic Executive Order in 1948 banning segregation in the armed services. Clinton declared that upon entering office he would, with a stroke of his pen, end the ban on gays in the military. The military policy Clinton intended to change was explicitly status-based. In addition to the Uniform Code of Military Justice's penalties for sodomy, the Department of Defense (DoD) had long required the discharge of any service member deemed to be homosexual, defined as "a person, regardless of sex, who engages in, desires to engage in, or intends to engage in homosexual acts." In practice, a soldier could be discharged from the service if he or she met the SAM conditions: Statement of orientation (admission of being homosexual), Act (including hand-holding, sex, dancing) or Marriage (commitment ceremony). For more information click here homosexual Twins potentially provide us with one of the most powerful techniques available for separating the influences of genetic and environmental factors on psychological and behavioural traits. An identical (monozygotic) twin has exactly the same genes as his cotwin. Fraternal (dizygotic) twins, on the other hand, are no more closely related genetically than are normal siblings, i.e. roughly 50% of their genes are the same. For more information on TWIN STUDIES OF HOMOSEXUALITY Unmarried couples face a quagmire of legal and financial issues. Throw in some bad credit and unemployment, and the complications multiply. That's the situation faced by Jeffrey Saadeh and Michael Puig, a gay couple in Los Angeles who have put off financial planning rather than deal with many difficult issues. For more information on Case Study: Gay Couple A British survey published last month found that one in 25 therapists would assist gay and bisexual patients attempting to convert to heterosexuality. That's despite the fact that many medical groups, including the American Medical Association, have for years condemned such practices, saying they don't work and can actually cause harm. For more information on Psychiatrists Really "Cure" Homosexuality? "At about the age of thirteen I began to notice girls—or should I say, it was then that I began to notice little else...It is, after all, only natural," Reports Thomas E. Schmidt. There are many stories just like this one that come from homosexuals, but ironically they all sound the same! "Rarely before have so many reacted so loudly to so little," said Dean Hamer. For more information on Being Gay Is Not A Choice In 1977, San Francisco politics was taken by storm when gay rights activist Harvey Milk was elected to the Board of Supervisors. As the first openly gay man elected to public office in the United States, Milk’s election was a triumph over anti-gay stereotypes. Milk’s ability to mobilize gays and straights alike resulted in the defeat of a statewide proposition to severely limit gays’ employment rights. Though Milk was assassinated 11 months after he was elected to office, his legacy of fighting for gay rights has inspired a new generation of civic activists across the United States, fighting for sexual equality and the expansion of civil liberties for gays and lesbians. For more information on Gay Rights Movement in America

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Legal and Negotiating Strategies Every Manager Should Know

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 23:40:24 +0000

Today, in what I like to call the civilized world, disputes are resolved in courtrooms. Sure, that’s a step in the right direction. But surprisingly, the strategies and tactics of today’s business disputes are remarkably similar to those used by past leaders on the battlefield. What’s changed the most, on the other hand, is that today’s leaders are surprisingly unprepared to lead their “troops” into battle. It’s shocking, frankly, how naive and ill-equipped most executives and business leaders are, both before and after they enter the modern-day legal battlefield. Read more...

Essential qualities in a Criminal Lawyer

vicky113 — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 11:40:00 +0000

Do you need a criminal lawyer? Are you looking for one to help you with your case? Is anyone you know in trouble and you need clarification on what to look for in a lawyer that will be able to help turn the case in your favour? Would you like guidelines on what you need to spot in any lawyer before hiring his services? How would you like to know within five minutes of talking to a lawyer that you have the right guy? Here are some tips and guidelines to help you along that line.

1. His History and Record Most of the time, finding a criminal lawyer isn't the problem. It is his track record that is the problem. Questions like "How many cases has he won? How many has he lost? What do his colleagues think of him? Does he deliver solid results? Most importantly, can he help me win this case?" come to mind when you want to hire a criminal lawyer. Therefore his track record will speak volumes for him. Criminal lawyers have their victories and their losses. But you don't want one that has more losses than victories. Some attorneys have the good fortune of winning over 98% of all their cases. If you find one like this, he is likely to be costly, will be sought out by most people and more importantly, may not have the time for you even if you have the means to pay him for his services. But if on the other hand, you can find one who has at least 65% of his cases won, then you have a very good chance of hiring the right person - and he is also likely to be less busy and cheaper.

2. Professionalism A lawyer's time is crucial and he therefore doesn't really have the time to chitchat and talk about your woes. What he often wants to talk about is how he can help you. This should come across in your interactions. If he is professional in his interactions with you, then you can be sure you have a good one. He will often ask questions with the aim of getting to the root of the matter. His demeanour will most times be open and while he may be gruff in appearance, he can often make you feel safe. This is the kind of lawyer you want to deal with.

3. Flexibility in Payment options While it is important that you pay him his fees, he should be flexible and understand that times can be rough. In certain instances, if he feels that you may not be able to pay and the case involves compensation for you if you win, you can make him an offer by splitting the profits if you win the case. Good criminal lawyers tend to go for this option and will put in their very best to ensure that you win the case. After all, they cannot make any money unless they win. Other qualities to look for when selecting a criminal lawyer: * Listen carefully to your needs and explanations * Ask lots of questions to dig deep for * Provides procedures and questions that may arise in court very clear to you and other parties involved * Find all possible means the law to help you receive outcome * Understands the importance of early preparation * Works with you in your financial situation to reduce the burden If you're not sure where to start your search, go online and type in keywords specific to your needs. For example, type "Salt lake Kolkata criminal lawyer", "Fort Lauderdale criminal lawyer," misuse of funds or a lawyer in Mumbai "to find a lawyer according to your specifications and / or location. This will reduce research, and help you find the websites of the various lawyers so that you can compare their services online. Make a few calls and notice the professionalism and manners of the receptionist. This is your first impression of any business and a starting point. Now you are ready to meet with a criminal lawyer or perhaps even a bit to make your final decision. Click here to download the article.

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Case Study on Automated teller machine {ATM}

admin — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 09:33:46 +0000

An automated teller machine or automatic teller machine (ATM),also known as a Cashpoint. Rural India offers great business opportunity: 720 million people in 630,000 villages that contribute to over 50% of India’s total gross domestic product (GDP). For more information click here... http://www.solarnovus.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4215:case-study-solar-atms-in-india&catid=77:case-studies-and-solar-solutions&Itemid=440 http://www.ceid.upatras.gr/courses/cplusplus/lectures/ATM_1.pdf http://www.scribd.com/doc/16551703/Case-Study-on-ATM http://www.atm.ltd.uk/about/case-studies.htm http://www.apogeonline.com/2005/libri/88-503-2388-3/ebook/pdf/2388_appJ_CaseStudyCode.pdf

Intellectual Property in the Indian Software Industry: Past Role and Future Need

Mehul — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:40:01 +0000

In this report the growth and development of the Indian software industry in the last decade has been document, the role of intellectual property in the industry’s development in the past has been describe , the status intellectual property rights protection for software in India has been assessed, the fundamental changes in the strategies that some Indian software companies are undertaking to be competitive in the future have been assessed, and the new and different role for intellectual property and its protection in the Indian software industry in the future have been speculated...refer the post