Course Overview: Welcome to "Introduction to Design Law," an in-depth course designed to provide you with a solid foundation in the field of design law in the Indian context. Whether you are a designer, entrepreneur, or legal professional, this course aims to equip you with the knowledge and understanding necessary to navigate the intricacies of design protection and intellectual property rights (IPRs) in India.

Course Structure: The course is divided into four modules, each focusing on key aspects of design law. The modules are designed to build upon one another, ensuring a logical progression of knowledge and skills. Here's an overview of what you can expect to learn:

Module 1: Introduction to Design Law

• Understanding the status of design law in the creative industry

• Understanding Designs and other forms of IPR

• Examining the Indian legal framework for design law

• Looking at the criteria for the protection of a design

Module 2: Registratrability of a Design

• Differentiate between the meaning of a Design to a Designer and IP lawyer.

• Case studies on Registrability.

• Defining Registrable Designs and Articles

• Nature of Design Rights

Module 3:  Litigation in Design Law

• Disclosure of Design

• Analyzing the remedies available to design right holders

• The Interrelationship between Design and Copyright Law

• Judicial Perception of an IPR Litigator

• Who are Luxurious Litigators?

Module 4: Piracy and Procedure

• Piracy

• Understanding the key elements of design licensing like:

• Registration

• Compliance

• Enforcement

Course Format: This course employs a combination of lectures, case studies and quizzes to enhance your learning experience. You will have access to a wide range of resources, including downloadable materials, and reference documents, to reinforce your understanding of design law concepts.