Legal
Five things every architect should know about copyright
A bill to modernise UK copyright law has been given Royal Assent but will it protect architects?
Who’s liable if eco-standards fall short?
Legal claims relating to sustainability requirements could end up leaving architects significantly out of pocket, says Patrick Perry
Should I obtain D&O insurance?
Insurance allows directors and officers to take strategic decisions without threat of personal liability
Should I sign a collateral warranty?
Architects are frequently under pressure from developers to provide assurance to third parties
Will bim make architects more vulnerable to being sued?
We’ve read some horror stories about architects’ liability regarding bim. Is this just scaremongering or will bim make architects more vulnerable to being sued?
It will pay to know where you stand in the year ahead
Our experts predict the likely impact of 2012’s legal, financial and political changes on your practice
How will the Construction Act affect your practice?
Verbal agreements have the same value as written contracts under legislation that came into effect this month
How can we tackle debtors without in-house counsel?
What steps can smaller practices take to recover debts without the luxury of an in-house lawyer?
Should I accept Olympic hospitality tickets?
How to avoid falling fall foul of the Bribery Act with corporate hospitality tickets for the Olympics
Can I be sued for discussing inside developments at my firm?
If I discuss inside developments at my firm with third parties, can I be sued?
How do I get paid if my employer goes into administration?
The recent examples of YRM and Austin-Smith Lord show how employees can be hit when their practice runs into trouble
What do I do if my novated contractor goes bankrupt?
Novation essentially means that the contractor steps into the shoes of the employer, and takes both the benefit and burden of the contract.
How the bribery act affects you
Companies can now be prosecuted for failing to have adequate procedures in place to prevent bribery
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My client isn’t paying — how can I recover unpaid fees?
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When it’s time to call it a day
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How should I defend myself now a project has come in over budget?
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Why might my practice be affected by the forthcoming Bribery Act?
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What are the risks of starting up on my own
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Ideas for a short, simple contract
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What should I look out for in my clients’ bespoke contracts?
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Do practices need to pay interns?
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Our main client has unexpectedly gone into administration...
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Can I stop a contractor promoting my design as his own work?
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A client is threatening to sue over an old project. How long until I’m safe?
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Insurance for a technician
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Can I stop animal rights activists from harassing my staff?
