Amendments to the Polish Copyright Act will enter into force on 20 September 2024. Among other things, these changes include provisions on the right of an author to request an increase in remuneration and to receive information on the revenues from the exploitation of...

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What should be considered by the software house when signing a contract with a subcontractor? Selected questions. Part II
The terms of a contract with a subcontractor engaged by a software house should take into account the terms of cooperation and the restrictions that apply to the relationship with the client for whom the work is performed. Specific client requirements If a particular...
What should be considered by the software house when signing a contract with a subcontractor? Selected questions. Part I
When working with a subcontractor, the conclusion of an appropriate contract is always crucial from a legal point of view. The absence of such a contract, or its inadequate provisions, may make it difficult or impossible to use the results of such work in the business...
Is it possible to grant a perpetual licence for software?
It is not always commercially viable to acquire copyright in software. However, a perpetual right of use may be crucial for the buyer. What's more, the supplier will often not agree to a time limit. Can the parties therefore agree to a perpetual licence? The duration...