What does Russell-Clarke & Howe on Industrial Designs cover?
The book provides in-depth, practice-focused commentary on industrial design protection, including registered and unregistered design rights, the surrounding legislation, and how to use those rights to safeguard and enforce designs effectively.
Who is this book for?
It's for intellectual property professionals who litigate or advise on design rights — in particular advocates/barristers and practitioners/solicitors handling industrial designs disputes and advisory work (e.g., protection strategy, infringement/validity issues, and related procedural points).
Does the book have coverage of UK design law after Brexit?
Yes. The 10th edition includes full coverage of changes to UK industrial designs laws following Brexit, including the new/replacement rights (such as re-registered UK rights and the continuing and supplementary unregistered design rights).
Does Russell-Clarke & Howe on Industrial Designs deal with the overlap between design rights and copyright?
Yes. It includes a detailed historical and doctrinal treatment of copyright and industrial design law, and specifically discusses copyright protection for industrial designs. This helps readers navigate where rights overlap and where they don't.
Is this book useful for design infringement and validity disputes?
Yes. It covers infringement and validity disputes, including remedies and procedure, and also addresses threats actions — with practical guidance aimed at helping practitioners avoid common mistakes in contentious matters.
