Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988: Primary legislation governing intellectual property rights, copyright protection, and licensing. Key areas include rights of copyright holders and duration of protection, essential for software and IP licensing.
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Legislation applicable for B2C licensing agreements, focusing on fairness of terms and consumer protection provisions. Sets out core consumer rights and business obligations.
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Regulates limitations on liability exclusions and provides reasonableness test for contract terms. Essential for ensuring fair and enforceable contract conditions.
Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Framework for personal data protection, including processing obligations and cross-border data transfers. Relevant if the licensed product involves handling personal data.
Electronic Commerce (EC Directive) Regulations 2002: Governs electronic commerce including online contracting rules and information requirements for digitally provided licenses.
Common Law Principles: Fundamental legal principles covering contract formation, consideration, and terms and conditions under English law.
Competition Law: Regulations governing anti-competitive provisions and market restrictions to ensure fair market practices in licensing agreements.
Export Control Regulations: Controls on the export of certain products and technologies, which may affect international licensing arrangements.
Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013: Specific regulations for B2C contracts covering cooling-off periods and information requirements for consumer contracts.
