Professional Liability

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...

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. 1. Defining Risk Management in the Design Profession Take a moment to reflect on if a group of design professionals from different backgrounds...

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. Closing an architectural or engineering practice, or retiring from an ongoing practice, is a milestone marked by both accomplishment and...

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...