Fashion Law: A Guide for Designers, Fashion Executives and Attorneys

In a highly competitive global market, fashion designers and executives need state, federal, and international laws to protect their intellectual property―their brands and the products by which their customers recognize them. Written agreements are essential for the successful management of any fashion business. Fashion Law provides a guide to such vital issues as the application of copyright, patent, trademark; agreements for licensing, selling, and marketing fashion goods; and laws affecting treatment of employees. Fashion law is an emerging legal specialty, and this text provides a foundation for fashion professionals and their legal advisors to work together effectively.