(602) 264-5533

Professional Liability

Vicarious Liability & Contract Flow-Down Provisions

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. In the architectural and engineering (A/E) profession, vicarious liability refers to the legal principle under which a firm may be held...
Health Benefits

Staying on Top of Compliance Requirements

This month’s article highlights ACA Reporting Requirements for Forms 1094 and 1095, Employers and Paternity Leave, and state requirements for Short-Term Disability Insurance. ACA Reporting Requirements for Forms 1094 and 1095 ACA reporting involves the submission of Forms 1095 and 1094 by employers to the IRS each year. These forms are crucial for ensuring compliance with the Affordable Care...
Professional Liability

Regulatory Round-Up: A Review of Emerging Issues Impacting A/E Firms

Safety/Risk Willis A&E Technical Brief Track and Trace Plaintiff’s attorneys are using a California law to target businesses – including design firms – that use embedded tracking scripts or third-party analytics tools on their websites without user permission. Find out more here. OSHA Inspections Idled During Shutdown Most OSHA oversight functions were halted with the government shutdown...
Health Benefits

Benefits Updates

Winter is the season of preparation, and that makes it the perfect time to spotlight comprehensive health plan notices. These notices – covering areas like COBRA, CHIPRA, Medicare Part D, and HIPAA-are critical for employers and their employees, but the rules around timing and responsibility can be overwhelming. This overview provides insight into the requirements, compliance notices and...