What does my firm do when we receive a subpoena?
Subpoena What does my architecture/engineering firm do when we receive a subpoena? A subpoena doesn’t mean your firm has been named in a claim. Most times when a subpoena is…
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Case Study: Should You Be Performing Home Inspections As A D…
Home Inspections You may be or have been approached by family member, friend, colleague or client prospect to perform a home inspection in conjunction with the purchase of a home.…
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How are sub consultants covered under an architect/engineers policies? The short answer is sub consultants are not covered under your architecture/engineering firms policies. However, there are some exceptions to this.…
Read MoreConsiderations When Being Retained to Replace a Design Firm
Considerations When Being Retained to Replace a Design Firm Sometimes economic conditions cause an increase in the frequency of design firms being hired to replace other design firms involved in a…
Read MoreRisk management program for architects/engineers
Risk management program for architects/engineers- The beginning of the year is a good time to assess what your firm is doing for risk management. It is important to have risk…
Read MoreManaging Construction Claims Risk In The Age Of Gen Z &…
Managing Construction Claims Risk In The Age Of Gen Z & The Great Resignation Construction and design professional firms that ignore how to effectively manage their workforce during this Great…
Read MoreThe Fine Line between General Contractors and Architects/Eng…
The fine line between general contractors and architects/engineers- Because general contractors and architects/engineers work together on projects their roles are often confused. For architects/engineers it is important not to be…
Read MoreContract issues to be aware of as an architecture/engineerin…
Contract issues to be aware of as an architecture/engineering firm- There are many nuances when it comes to contracts for architects/engineers. Be sure to have your insurance company and your…
Read MoreSub Consultants – Tips for Working with Them
Sub Consultants – Tips for Working with Them It is common practice in the industry to work with sub consultants on projects. There are some areas to be aware of…
Read MoreGood risk management practices for architecture/engineering…
Good risk management practices for architecture/engineering firms- Risk management will not look the same at every firm but the bottom line, of what is important, is to have some sort…
Read MoreContract on Projects – The Importance
Contract on Projects – The Importance Contracts should be the start of each and every project for your firm. This lays out the groundwork for what will take place during…
Read MoreMediation Deductible Credit
Mediation Deductible Credit on Professional Liability for Architects/Engineers Most insurance companies will offer a deductible credit when your firm successfully has mediation in the event of a claim. Check your…
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