Legal Nature and Basis of Protecting “Knowhow”

Abstract

Background and Aim: “Knowhow" is a term that is less considered as the main subject of the contract. It is aimed at this article to explain the meaning and characteristics of this notion. Materials and Methods: This is a descriptive Study. Ethical Considerations: Honesty and confidentiality have been observed. Findings: In general, “Knowhow" is a form of knowledge; it contains non - material goods; it cannot be registered; it possesses confidentiality; it is identifiable; it is transferable and has business value. Conclusion: “Knowhow” is a kind of property and therefore one can own it; but it is not goods in action (Ein). The methods of protecting “Knowhow" are due to Tort and contractual responsibility. Please Cite This Article As: Sarbazian, M (2020). “Legal Nature and Basis of Protecting “Knowhow”. Interdisciplinary Legal Research, 1 (2): 66-85.

Keywords

• knowhow
• property
• ownership
• contract