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Assessment of Market Value for Copyright Infringement Damages Related to Images: An Analysis with Two Case Studies

Assessment of Market Value for Copyright Infringement Damages Related to Images: An Analysis wit.

Nowadays, it's commonplace to see 'images' and 'videos' on social media and online media. However, among the 'images' and 'videos' we see daily, th...

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Understanding the Precautions for Using Subsidy Application Agents and Necessary Contract Terms

Understanding the Precautions for Using Subsidy Application Agents and Necessary Contract Terms

In managing a company, you may consider applying for various subsidies.Subsidies are funds partially granted by the national or local governments t...

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'Explaining Court Cases and Precedents Where Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition Were Not Recognized'

'Explaining Court Cases and Precedents Where Trade Secrets and Unfair Competition Were Not Recog.

As we explained in another article on our site, not all information held by a company is considered a trade secret. Only those that meet the three ...

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'Transitioning Outsourced Work to Remote Work: Essential Contents for the Conclusion of New Contracts (Memorandums)'

'Transitioning Outsourced Work to Remote Work: Essential Contents for the Conclusion of New Cont.

Due to the impact of the novel coronavirus infection, "remote work" has suddenly come into the spotlight. With the increase in web services and fre...

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Is Earning Prize Money in Esports Considered a Side Job? An Explanation Including Income Classification

Is Earning Prize Money in Esports Considered a Side Job? An Explanation Including Income Classif.

eSports refers to the concept of treating competitive matches using computer games or video games as sports competitions. The eSports industry has ...

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Is Buying Customer Information Legal? Understanding Japanese Act on the Protection of Personal Information

Is Buying Customer Information Legal? Understanding Japanese Act on the Protection of Personal I.

On May 30, 2017, the Revised Act on the Protection of Personal Information came into full effect in Japan. Now, all businesses that handle personal...

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Don't Do It! Examples of Exaggerated Advertising and Penalties for Violations

Don't Do It! Examples of Exaggerated Advertising and Penalties for Violations

When promoting your own products or services, it's inevitable that sometimes the descriptions may become exaggerated.However, false advertising is ...

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What Clauses Should Be Included in a System Maintenance Contract? Explaining the Points to Consider

What Clauses Should Be Included in a System Maintenance Contract? Explaining the Points to Consi.

It is becoming increasingly common for companies to conduct their business activities using systems developed by other companies. However, the proc...

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'Three Reasons Why Monitoring Company Employee Emails Does Not Infringe on Privacy'

'Three Reasons Why Monitoring Company Employee Emails Does Not Infringe on Privacy'

Email is widely used for internal and external communication in many companies. If a company were to monitor and investigate the content of employe...

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Key Points to Check in Advertising Appearance Contracts Between IT Companies and Celebrities

Key Points to Check in Advertising Appearance Contracts Between IT Companies and Celebrities

As IT companies grow and advance, corporate advertising and product advertising are effective means to enhance social credibility, recognition, and...

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Explaining 10 Key Points to Be Aware of in Licensing Agreements

Explaining 10 Key Points to Be Aware of in Licensing Agreements

In recent years, the advancement of the internet has increased the opportunities for freely expressing ideas and creative works, thereby heightenin...

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Do Mass-Produced Industrial Products Have Copyright? Explaining the Relationship with the Japanese Design Law

Do Mass-Produced Industrial Products Have Copyright? Explaining the Relationship with the Japane.

The idea that art is protected by copyright is easy to imagine. However, the term "art" encompasses a wide range and takes on various forms.The ter...

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What are the Key Points to Check in a Customer Referral Agency Agreement?

What are the Key Points to Check in a Customer Referral Agency Agreement?

It is common for companies to entrust the sale of their products or services to agencies. For the entrusting company, this not only reduces the cos...

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Is Unlicensed Job Placement Illegal? When is a License Required for Paid Employment Placement?

Is Unlicensed Job Placement Illegal? When is a License Required for Paid Employment Placement?

Traditionally, job hunting and corporate recruitment activities were primarily conducted through agents of employment agencies that had obtained a ...

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An Attorney's Clear Explanation on the Key Points in Drafting a Basic Contract for Worker Dispatch in Japan

An Attorney's Clear Explanation on the Key Points in Drafting a Basic Contract for Worker Dispat.

IT companies often have relatively frequent opportunities to receive dispatched workers. Although the template for the basic contract for worker di...

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Does Copyright Infringement Apply to the Theft of UI and Menu Designs?

Does Copyright Infringement Apply to the Theft of UI and Menu Designs?

In recent years, the internet has rapidly developed, and various websites and applications now exist.For these websites and applications, efforts h...

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