Rachel Montagnon and Joanna Silver discuss the problems associated with the use of architects' designs where specific permissions are not in place, and the impact on development projects, including:

• What sort of works attract copyright?
• How could these copyright works be infringed?
• Who owns copyright in architects' designs?
• What licences can be implied if no agreement is in place?
• Termination of engagement and insolvency situations
• Escrow and collateral warranties
• Moral rights
• What relief can architects claim?

Speakers: Rachel Montagnon, Professional Support Consultant and Joanna Silver, Senior Associate, Intellectual Property Group, London

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