Professional Liability

July 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. Few tools are more valuable to architects, engineers, and other design/construction participants than project photographs and videos....

July 2026 Safety/Risk Why Some Designers Face Ever-Higher Professional Liability Insurance Costs Eight of 15 designer liability insurers reported in a recent survey that they started charging higher rates in 2025, but five insurers kept them the same and two were actually lowered. Of those that raised rates, most sought increases of 5% or lower. ENR has more Work Zones Becoming More...

July 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. Many architects and engineers view professional liability insurance as their primary risk management tool. Most claims against design...

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...