Examining how the threshold of originality impacts copyright protection for intellectual achievements, suggesting clear criteria for determination.
The threshold of originality is the linchpin for determining whether an intellectual achievement is considered a work and therefore enjoys copyright protection. Several myths are surrounding this concept, and its application depends on the individual case. However, there are clear criteria and examples to help with this. The ‘threshold of originality’ is an undefined legal term, i.e. it is not defined in the legal text itself.
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