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Infringement and Civil Remedies in Japanese Copyright Law: Injunctions, Damages, and Disgorgement of Unjust Enrichment

Infringement and Civil Remedies in Japanese Copyright Law: Injunctions, Damages, and Disgorgemen.

In the global business landscape, the protection of intellectual property rights, especially copyrights, is a strategic element that forms the core...

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Explanation of Neighboring Rights under Japanese Copyright Law

Explanation of Neighboring Rights under Japanese Copyright Law

The intellectual property legal framework in Japan not only protects the rights of those who create works, namely the "creators," but also safeguar...

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Moral Rights of Authors under Japanese Copyright Law: Legal Risks and Countermeasures Businesses Should Know

Moral Rights of Authors under Japanese Copyright Law: Legal Risks and Countermeasures Businesses.

Under Japanese law, rights arising from creative activities possess two distinct natures. One is the 'copyright (property right),' an economic righ...

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Explanation of the Creation of Rights and the Duration of Protection under Japanese Copyright Law

Explanation of the Creation of Rights and the Duration of Protection under Japanese Copyright La.

In the intellectual property portfolio of a company, copyright is a fundamental right that protects a wide range of assets, including software, mar...

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Copyright as an Object of Transactions: From Transfer of Rights to Enforcement

Copyright as an Object of Transactions: From Transfer of Rights to Enforcement

In the Japanese legal system, copyright is not merely a right to protect creative activities. It is a vital intangible asset at the core of corpora...

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Legal Effects of Dismissal Invalidity under Japanese Labor Law: Position Confirmation and Wage Claims

Legal Effects of Dismissal Invalidity under Japanese Labor Law: Position Confirmation and Wage C.

In the realm of Japanese labor law, there are instances where a company's dismissal of an employee is later deemed legally invalid. Such situations...

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Understanding Corporate Responsibility and Risk Management through the Three Tiers of Japan's Workers' Compensation System

Understanding Corporate Responsibility and Risk Management through the Three Tiers of Japan's Wo.

In corporate activities, the occurrence of work-related accidents is one of the unavoidable management risks. All companies operating in Japan must...

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Protection of Women and Minors in Japanese Labor Law and Employment Support in an Aging Society with Fewer Children

Protection of Women and Minors in Japanese Labor Law and Employment Support in an Aging Society .

Understanding the unique personalityistics of the labor law system in Japan is not merely a matter of compliance; it is a critical management issue...

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Explanation of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems in Japanese Labor Law

Explanation of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems in Japanese Labor Law

In corporate management, ensuring the safety and health of employees is not merely an ethical imperative. It forms the foundation that supports the...

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Legal Framework and Practical Responses to Annual Paid Leave in Japanese Labor Law

Legal Framework and Practical Responses to Annual Paid Leave in Japanese Labor Law

Under Japanese labor law, annual paid leave is a fundamental right granted to workers. This system aims to allow workers to recover from physical a...

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Legal Commentary on the Appointment, Resignation, and Dismissal of Executive Members and Representative Members in a Limited Liability Company

Legal Commentary on the Appointment, Resignation, and Dismissal of Executive Members and Represe.

The Godo Kaisha (GK), a business structure introduced by the Japanese Companies Act in 2006, has become an attractive option for many enterprises d...

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Legal Considerations on the Responsibilities and Obligations of Executing Members in Japanese Limited Liability Companies

Legal Considerations on the Responsibilities and Obligations of Executing Members in Japanese Li.

In the Japanese corporate legal system, the Godo Kaisha (GK) is widely utilized by domestic and international businesses due to the simplicity of i...

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Detailed Explanation on the Repayment of Contributions in Limited Liability Companies under Japanese Corporate Law

Detailed Explanation on the Repayment of Contributions in Limited Liability Companies under Japa.

In Japan, the Limited Liability Company (LLC), as defined under Japanese Corporate Law, has seen an increase in utilization across various business...

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Withdrawal of Members and Repayment of Contributions in a Japanese LLC under the Companies Act

Withdrawal of Members and Repayment of Contributions in a Japanese LLC under the Companies Act

The Godo Kaisha (LLC) is an incredibly popular corporate structure for conducting business in Japan, favored for its straightforward establishment ...

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Joining a Japanese LLC: A Comprehensive Guide to Procedures Based on the Companies Act

Joining a Japanese LLC: A Comprehensive Guide to Procedures Based on the Companies Act

The Japanese LLC (Limited Liability Company), known as a "Godo Kaisha" in Japan, has been garnering attention in recent years for its ease of estab...

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Transfer and Succession of Interests in a Japanese LLC: Procedures and Legal Requirements Explained

Transfer and Succession of Interests in a Japanese LLC: Procedures and Legal Requirements Explai.

One of the company structures in Japan, the Limited Liability Company (LLC), is widely utilized across various businesses due to its flexible organ...

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