The Digital Librarian's Legal Handbook: Powerful, Concise Insight into Intellectual Property Rights in 21st Century Digital Library Collections

Book Details

• Publisher: Ess Ess Publication
• ISBN: 9788170006879
• Year of Publication: 2013
• Language: English
• Binding: HardBound

About the Book

Written by one of America’s leading experts in intellectual property law, this book provides practical and accessible guidance on the major legal issues affecting libraries and information organizations. Combining clear explanations with sound legal analysis, the publication helps readers understand complex legal principles and their application in everyday library and information management practices.

The book thoroughly explains important laws related to intellectual property, copyright, and information services while also examining significant legal cases and their impact on professional practice. Through practical examples and detailed discussions, it helps librarians and information professionals understand the legal responsibilities and challenges associated with managing information resources in modern library environments.

A notable feature of the book is its question-and-answer sections, which summarize key legal principles in an easy-to-understand format. The publication also includes model policies and sample language that institutions can adapt and use in their own organizations for effective legal and policy management.

Written in a practical and reader-friendly style, this book serves as a valuable resource for librarians, information professionals, library administrators, educators, researchers, students of Library and Information Science, and professionals interested in intellectual property law and legal issues in libraries.