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Author: Scott Nugent

Professional Liability

Attorney Engagement Letters in 2026

June 2026 Why One of the Simplest Documents in a Law Firm May Be Its Most Important Risk Management Tool. Introduction Few documents receive less attention at the outset of a representation—and become more important when a dispute arises—than the attorney engagement letter. For many lawyers, engagement letters are viewed primarily as administrative necessities: documents that satisfy ethical...
Professional Liability

Designing the Digital Backbone: How Data Centers Are Reshaping A/E Practice

June 2nd, 2026 The following material is provided for informational purposes only. Before taking any action that could have legal or other important consequences, speak with a qualified professional who can provide guidance that considers your unique circumstances. Across the country, data centers are emerging as one of the defining building types of the digital economy. The expansion of AI...
Professional Liability

LIONS & TIGERS & STAMPING & SEALING

May 5th, 2026 The following material is provided for informational purposes only. Before taking any action that could have legal or other important consequences, speak with a qualified professional who can provide guidance that considers your unique circumstances. Stamping and sealing issues are not the most frequent cause of disciplinary action against architects and engineers, but they occur...
Health Benefits

Special Compliance Situations regarding Medicare Coordination

Employer Pressure to Decline Group Coverage in Favor of Medicare: Why It’s Prohibited (Even for Groups <20 Employee) Even when an employer has fewer than 20 employees, making Medicare primary under the MSP rules, there are still strict federal protections preventing an employer from influencing an employee’s decision to enroll in Medicare instead of the employer’s group health plan. Below...