Social Media and Design Firms Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube are just a few examples of the technology available to design firms and other businesses to promote their business and the services they offer. For relatively…
Deductibles in Professional Liability Policies for Architects and Engineers There are many deductible options and it will vary based on the insurance company and the size of your firm. Here are further details about deductibles and what may be available…
CONTRACTUAL DEFENSE PROTECTION – A NEW SOLUTION FOR THE OLD “DUTY TO DEFEND” PROBLEM Per the AIA: A contractual duty to defend is an obligation whereby one party, in this instance, design professionals, agree to defend another party, generally…
Supplementary payments included in architects/engineers Professional Liability policy. Most Professional Liability policies have supplementary payments that are not subject to a deductible and are in addition to the limits of liability. Here are some examples of the supplementary payments: All…
GIVE BACK, It’s the Holiday Season The holiday season is upon us, and as we bake cookies and decorate the house, it’s important to take some time to give back. How do you give back? You don’t have to be…
Cybersecurity Insurance is the best present! Heather Turner, digital managing editor of NU Property Casualty 360, provides us with 10 digital tips for a secure holiday shopping season. “The advent of the digital age transformed the way we shop — especially for…
Third-Party Vendor Problems Third-Party data breaches are becoming the normal. Partnering with a third party often requires sharing confidential and sensitive information. Too often, cyber security is ignored when companies are looking to secure business relationships. It is important to…
Do’s and Don’ts of Professional Liability Claims for Architects and Engineers There are several things to be aware of when reporting a claim or once your firm is going through the claims process. Here is a list of some of…
Online Shopping – Safe for the Holidays! Let’s face it – online shopping is becoming the way to go! A lot of top stores start to offer incredible Internet-only deals and free shipping during the holidays. Not to mention the…
What does my firm’s insurance policy cover? There are many insurance policies in the marketplace and many that are specific to architects and engineers. Below is a brief description of what each policy covers. Professional Liability – This is the…