Copyright denotes the right to copy or reproduce the work in which the Copyright subsists. However, it only protects the expression of an idea; it does not protect the underlying idea or concept.
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What are different kinds of Intellectual Properties?
The different kinds of Intellectual Properties are:
1. Copyright
2. Patents
3. Trademark
4. Industrial Design
5. Trade Secret
6. Geographical Indications
What are Intellectual Property Rights?
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) are legal rights given to the inventor or creator to protect his invention or creation for a certain period.
What is Intellectual Property/ Industrial Property?
Intellectual Property is a creation of intellect (the human mind). The creation or innovation can be any invention which may be scientific or technical, literary or artistic work, graphical representation, design, etc.
Do I have a right in my step–father’s property after his death?
You do not have any rights in your step–father’s property as his children and your mother, being class 1 legal heirs, will have right over his estate.
My father purchased a property long back. We are three siblings – 2 brothers and 1 sister. After my father’s death in 2008, my brothers did not give me my share and said that being the daughter, you were not entitled for 1/3rd share. Can I claim my share from my brothers?
In such a situation, you are well within your rights to claim your 1/3rd share in the property. An appropriate suit can be filed in a court of law.
If a Will is duly executed and registered by the owner of the property, but it disqualifies one of its legal heirs and does not give any reason for it, can that legal heir challenge the Will?
To answer your query, the disqualified legal heir can challenge the Will as no reason has been given to disqualify him by the executant of the Will. Will can also be challenged on the ground that it was made due to undue influence, duress, or lack of mental capacity.
How long does a partition suit take to reach its conclusion?
Please note that the partition suit varies from case to case. There is no prescribed timeline for the conclusion of the suit. However, on an average, it takes about 2 – 3 years to get the property partitioned.
My father purchased a property in Delhi in 2000. He constructed the house in such a way that me and my brother do not have a quarrel later on. However, my brother has occupied my floor too and is not letting me use it for my personal use. My brother’s wife is carrying on her boutique business without my consent. Is there any way that I get my floor back as my father has passed away?
In such a situation, an appropriate suit seeking partition and declaration can be filed in the court of law claiming your share in the property.