2g Global issues part 2 Flashcards
What are online sales?
Online sales, also referred to as e-commerce, is the buying and selling of goods and services using the internet.
What is copyright?
Copyright is a free and automatic protection used on original ideas such as writing, art, sound, films and photographs.
What is trademarking?
A trademark is an exclusive right granted over a unique aspect of a business, such as a symbol, word, sound or number, that is used to distinguish the business or its products.
What is a patent?
A patent is a licence that provides a business with exclusive rights to use innovative devices, substances, methods and processes.
What is flat rate shipping?
Flat rate shipping is when a single rate is charged for shipping a good, regardless of its weight or size.
What is copyright infringement?
Copyright infringement is another person copying an original work for commercial use without the copyright owner’s permission.
Emilia is planning on releasing a perfume called Emilia Rose. Emilia has spent years creating the formula for her perfume and is planning on launching Emilia Rose in both local and overseas markets. Emilia Rose contains a rare rose scent called Rolpio, but she is unsure if any other perfumes use the same scent. Emilia has no legal background and is unsure of the patent application process.
Identify whether the following inferences from the case study are likely to be true or false.
I Emilia will only need to register her patent in overseas markets, as patents are automatically registered in Australia. T/F
II As Emilia has no legal background, she could consider hiring a lawyer to assist with preparing her patent application to ensure they are completed and lodged correctly. T/F
III Emilia should ensure that Rolpio is not already used in similar products sold in the market as this will increase the likelihood of Emilia Rose’s patent application being approved. T/F
IV Emilia will need to register her patent in both the Australian market, as well as any overseas markets that she wishes to sell in. T/F
