What happens when an author contributes to a “collective work”?
When contributing to a collective work, the author’s right to attribution is deemed waived. Section 196 Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines states this waiver applies unless the author expressly reserves the right. This allows the director of the collective work to publish it under their own name. It streamlines the publication of magazines, encyclopedias, and similar collaborative projects. “SEC. 196. Contribution to Collective Work. – When an author contributes to a collective work, his right to have his contribution attributed to him is deemed waived unless he expressly reserves it. (Sec. 37. P.D. No. 49)” January 7, 2026About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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