Once thought esoteric or dull, IP is becoming a favorite subject for thrillers, theatrical drama and charged historical debate. Readers may recall the 2006 best-selling novel Errors and Omissions by Paul Goldstein, in which a copyright lawyer is embroiled in international intrigue while verifying IP rights for a spy movie franchise. Goldstein’s inspiration came from a case in which he helped defend the rights of MGM and United Artists to the James Bond series. Recently, two new works inspired by patent battles have been attracting media coverage.
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Hazel's comment
I spent long hours trying to develop a workshop on copyright that would be fun -- ar at least enjoyable -- and now it's the subject of popular film! Such is life.
At least the message is getting into the wild -- intellectual property is valuable.
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