Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary UK legislation governing copyright law. Defines protected works, rights of copyright holders, and what constitutes infringement. Forms the foundation for any copyright infringement claim.
Copyright and Related Rights Regulations 2003: UK implementation of EU Directive 2001/29/EC, covering digital rights and technological protection measures in copyright law.
Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013: Contains specific provisions affecting copyright law, particularly relevant for dealing with orphan works and their use.
Digital Economy Act 2010: Legislation containing specific provisions related to online copyright infringement and digital rights management.
EU Retained Law (Copyright): Relevant copyright provisions from EU law that have been retained in UK law following Brexit, ensuring continuity of copyright protection.
Berne Convention: International treaty governing copyright protection across member states, establishing minimum standards for copyright protection.
WIPO Copyright Treaty: International treaty extending copyright protection to cover new technological developments and digital rights.
TRIPS Agreement: International agreement setting minimum standards for intellectual property regulation in WTO member countries.
Common Law Precedents: Body of case law establishing precedents for copyright infringement cases in England and Wales.
Civil Law Remedies: Available legal remedies under civil law including injunctions, damages, and accounts of profits for copyright infringement.
Statutory Damages: Provisions for compensation and relief options available under copyright law for infringement cases.
Limitation Act 1980: Statute defining time limits within which copyright infringement claims must be brought (typically six years in England and Wales).
