16 Questions
What is the principle of territoriality in relation to intellectual property rights?
Intellectual property rights exist only for the territory of the state that has codified the protection
What is the 'Principle of absoluteness' in the context of intellectual property rights?
Legal effects of the intellectual property right unfold vis-à-vis everyone
What is the 'Numerus Clausus' principle in relation to intellectual property rights?
Intellectual property rights exist only to the extent that and as long as exclusive rights are codified
What does the 'Principle of information freedom' imply about intellectual property rights?
Information is generally free, only certain expressions are protected by the protective laws
What are the functions of trademark protection?
Distinguishing the corporate origin of the good/service, labeling to differentiate products, and investment protection
Which type of distinctive sign requires eventual registration with the EC for agricultural products and foodstuff?
Certification marks
What is the procedure for registered trademarks under the type of distinctive sign 'Trademark'?
Procedure for registered trademarks
What is the main reason for trademark protection according to the text?
Distinguish products & provide proof of origin
Which legal sources are mentioned in the text in the context of trademark protection?
German Trademark Act and EU Directive on Trade Marks
What is the substantive protection requirement for 'Commercial Designation' under the type of distinctive sign 'Company signs'?
Public recognition in the absence of distinctive character
What is the function of a trademark that serves to distinguish products from other products or other servers of the same or different companies?
Labeling to differentiate something
What is the protection time for trademarks?
Unlimited
What is the protection time for copyrights?
Unlimited
What is the protection time for patents?
20 years
What are the conditions for the acquisition of trademark rights according to the text?
Start of use
What is the protection time for the Union trademark?
Unlimited
Test your knowledge of general regulatory principles related to intellectual property rights with this quiz. Explore concepts such as the principle of absoluteness and numerus clausus, and understand the balance between freedom of information and protection of expressions under protective laws.
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