Buch, Englisch, 288 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm
Buch, Englisch, 288 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm
ISBN: 978-1-85604-769-2
Verlag: Taylor & Francis
Using individual cases to illustrate underlying principles and contextualize regulations, this book manages to cut through the legalese and provide exactly what's needed in an easily digestible format. This gives you the tools to quickly assess legal hazards and identify solutions.
New and up-to-date coverage includes:
the Digital Economy Act 2010 and it's implications for libraries
the Open Government License and the re-use of public sector information
patents and trademarks
CILIP’s guidelines on user privacy in libraries
the move to extend legal deposit to electronic conten
recent changes in libel law
the Data Protection Act and new penalties for infringement
digital content and platforms
open access and social networking.
Readership: This is an essential guide for anyone working in the information professions. It is also the ideal legal textbook for students of information studies and librarianship.
Zielgruppe
Professional Practice & Development
Autoren/Hrsg.
Fachgebiete
Weitere Infos & Material
1. General law and background 2. Copyright 3. Legal deposit 4. Breach of confidence 5. Patents, trade marks and design right 6. Contracts and licensing agreements 7. Data protection 8. Privacy 9. Freedom of information 10. The Information Commissioner 11. Human rights 12. The reuse of public sector information 13. Defamation 14. Professional liability 15. Cybercrime and computer misuse 16. Disability discrimination 17. Other legal issues relevant to librarians.
