What is Your Document Retention Policy?
Document Retention We are often approached by our clients asking how long is the appropriate length of time to retain certain documents. One of the most common questions is: “How…
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Risk Management tips for Design Professionals
Risk management tips for Design Professionals. Below is a list of tips that can help with your risk management program at your firm: -Good contracts – reviewing the contract at…
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Malpractice or Negligence by Design Professionals? What Constitutes “Malpractice or Negligence” by the Design Professional? Unless there is a specific modification in the contract, a Design Professional is required to…
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Cyber/Data Breach Insurance provides coverage to help pay the costs of notification. Michigan and 46 other states have ‘Notification Laws‘ in the event of a breach. Rectification of a breach is…
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Cyber Liability Frequently asked questions How is my company at risk? Hackers can gain access to your system through compromised wifi networks or lost/stolen laptops and cell phones. Phishing or…
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Cyber Liability: Will my insurance pay the ransom? Does your business insurance provide coverage if your system is kidnapped and your digital information is held hostage? Will your business insurance provide…
Read MoreContinuing Education Credits are FREE at PUI!
Continuing Education Credits can be earned at our upcoming seminar – Professional Liability for Design Professionals. This seminar is registered with AIA/CES! Click HERE to REGISTER TODAY! GRAND RAPIDS, MI…
Read MoreThe Use of a Well-Written Contract as an Important Risk Mana…
The Use of a Well-Written Contract as an Important Risk Management Tool BY, ANDREW J. CARLOWICZ, JR. Travelers * Is a claim being asserted against you and your firm?…
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INSURANCE CLAIMS OR INCIDENTS – Ensure the fastest possible response to your insurance claim or incident Reporting insurance claims or an incident (a situation that very well could turn into…
Read MoreHow Effective is your Insurance Risk Management Program?
How Effective is Your Risk Management Program? Many design firms attend risk management training sessions and implement certain practices based on an industry trend or project claim. Other firms may…
Read MoreCyber Shopping Risks from FBI
CYBER SHOPPING As the holiday season approaches, please be aware of the risks involved while shopping online. Pay attention to the following cyber shopping tips from the FBI (www.fbi.gov). Beware…
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