PEB Legal Framework for IP Protection Practice Questions - Patent Examination Board - Legal Framework for the Protection of Intellectual Property (Group 1) Exam - PEB Legal Framework for IP Protection Practice Questions - Patent Examination Board - Legal Framework for the Protection of Intellectual Property (Group 1) Exam

Question 1

Under Section 25 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, how is intellectual property recognized and protected within the constitutional order?

Intellectual property is recognized as incorporeal property protected against arbitrary deprivation, subject to public interest limitations. Intellectual property is granted absolute constitutional immunity from any state regulation or compulsory licensing. Intellectual property is excluded from Section 25 property guarantees and regulated solely under administrative law. Intellectual property is automatically deemed state property licensed back to creators for limited renewable periods.

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Intellectual property is recognized as incorporeal property protected against arbitrary deprivation, subject to public interest limitations.

Question 2

Which three essential requirements must a plaintiff establish to succeed in a common law passing off action in South Africa?

Statutory registration, intent to deceive, and criminal intent. Reputation or goodwill, a misrepresentation by the defendant, and actual or potential damage to goodwill. Absolute novelty, inventive step, and public disclosure. Prior registration with CIPC, written notice of infringement, and commercial dominance.

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Reputation or goodwill, a misrepresentation by the defendant, and actual or potential damage to goodwill.

Question 3

What is the delictual foundation of the general common law action for unlawful competition in South Africa?

The actio injuriarum requiring proof of animus injuriandi. The actio legis Aquiliae, requiring proof of wrongfulness, fault (intent or negligence), causation, and patrimonial loss. Strict liability under statutory administrative law. The law of unjust enrichment without requirement of fault.

Correct Answer:

The actio legis Aquiliae, requiring proof of wrongfulness, fault (intent or negligence), causation, and patrimonial loss.

Question 4

In the landmark Appellate Division judgment of Schultz v Butt 1986 (3) SA 667 (A), what specific conduct was held to constitute unlawful competition?

Using a competitor's original product directly as a physical mould (plug) to replicate and sell competing items. Lawfully purchasing a competitor's product and analyzing its functional measurements for reverse engineering. Filing a trade mark application for a descriptive geographic name. Hiring a competitor's former employee who possessed general industry skill and experience.

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Using a competitor's original product directly as a physical mould (plug) to replicate and sell competing items.

Question 5

What type of patent system is currently administered by the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) in South Africa?

A full substantive examination system where all claims are rigorously searched for novelty and inventive step prior to grant. A non-examining (deposit) system where applications are examined for formal requirements only, leaving validity to be tested in court. A regional opposition system conducted by an administrative tribunal prior to grant. A temporary provisional-only system requiring mandatory conversion to a European Patent.

Correct Answer:

A non-examining (deposit) system where applications are examined for formal requirements only, leaving validity to be tested in court.

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