Johdannaiseen

Johdannaiseen is a Finnish term that broadly refers to derivative works or adaptations. In the context of intellectual property, it signifies creations that are based on or derived from an existing work, such as a book, film, musical composition, or artwork. The concept of johdannaiseen is central to copyright law, which grants creators exclusive rights over their original works, including the right to authorize or prohibit the creation of derivative works.

Examples of johdannaiseen can include translations of books into other languages, film adaptations of novels, musical arrangements of existing melodies, or sequels to popular stories. The degree of transformation required for a work to be considered a johdannaiseen can vary, but generally, it involves significant creative input and modification of the original material. Without permission from the original copyright holder, creating and distributing a johdannaiseen can constitute copyright infringement. This principle ensures that creators are recognized and compensated for the use of their original works as a basis for new creations. The legal framework surrounding johdannaiseen aims to strike a balance between protecting the rights of original authors and encouraging the creation of new, transformative works.