Did you know that the proper insurance can assist in your retirement needs? It’s never too early to start planning for retirement. With so many choices and next steps to…
There are many types of policies for architect and engineering firms and are available for different types of claims and purposes. A professional liability policy, arguably the most important policy…
Who sues and why? Uncovering the wide range of D&O exposures in private companies Private companies often underestimate the extent of D&O liability, mistakenly believing that disgruntled shareholders are the…
The design work your firm does is extremely important. Every good project starts with a strong contract. Keep in mind that before a project begins the contract and negotiations on…
When you get the dreaded summons in the mail notifying you of a suit with allegations of negligence and defective design and construction on a recent project, you notify your…
Certificate of insurance requirements from clients for architects/engineers- Your firm may receive requests for certificates of insurance from your clients. You may be asking yourself what is acceptable to be…
Did you know that most commercial insurance policies specifically exclude damage caused by a flood? Having a proper Flood Insurance policy in place can offer the piece of mind your…
The extended reporting period is an extended period of time that your firm can report a claim after the policy is not renewed. The professional liability is a claims made…
This is a difficult question to answer because nobody can predict the future. There are a few guidelines to keep in mind when considering limits of liability. The size of…
For architects/engineers the professional liability policy is likely one of the more expensive insurance purchases. It is important to know some key factors to be aware of when choosing a…
When Benjamin Franklin coined the phrase “Time is money,” it was not directed toward design professionals. However, unfortunately for design professionals this adage rears its ugly head in the form…
There are commonly a few choices on professional liability policies with regards to limits and deductibles. It is important to understand the deductible and how it could affect your firm.…