The legacy of David Unaipon


Autoria(s): Rimmer, Matthew
Contribuinte(s)

Rimmer, Matthew

Data(s)

01/12/2015

Resumo

The historical case of David Unaipon is a good starting point for a wider discussion of Indigenous intellectual property law, practice and reform. His story is a microcosm of larger battles over the cultural appropriation of Indigenous culture, iconography and science. David Unaipon could be seen as a beneficiary of intellectual property law. He is a creator of copyright works; an inventor of patented inventions; and an iconic figure, worthy of personality rights. His creative and scientific work has been an inspiration for others. David Unaipon could also be seen as being disenfranchised by intellectual property law. He lost ownership of his economic rights in respect of literary works; and his moral rights have not been respected under copyright law. His case also highlights the deficiencies of copyright law in respect of its failure to provide comprehensive recognition of communal authorship and ownership of copyright works. While he was a patent applicant, David Unaipon never seemed to have benefitted from the patent system. His experience raises questions about access to justice. The government and commercial use of the persona of David Unaipon raises complex questions about trade mark law, passing off and personality rights. The story of David Unaipon highlights the need for the systematic and holistic reformation of intellectual property law, so that it better serves Indigenous communities and peoples.

Identificador

http://eprints.qut.edu.au/85275/

Publicador

Edward Elgar Publishing

Relação

http://www.e-elgar.com/shop/indigenous-intellectual-property

Rimmer, Matthew (2015) The legacy of David Unaipon. In Rimmer, Matthew (Ed.) Indigenous Intellectual Property: A Handbook of Contemporary Research. Edward Elgar Publishing, Cheltenham (UK) and Northampton (Mass.), xxi-xxvii.

Fonte

Faculty of Law; School of Law

Palavras-Chave #180101 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Law #180115 Intellectual Property Law #Indigenous Intellectual Property #Copyright Law #Patent Law #Trademark Law #Personality Rights #Intellectual Property and Innovation Law Research Group
Tipo

Book Chapter