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Claims Retrospective: Construction Observation versus Construction Inspection—More Than Just Semantics
In Claims, Construction onDepending on the type of project, an engineer may be involved in construction administration services. These services may include observing…
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Be Familiar with the Grounds for Challenging Expert Testimony
In Claims onLitigation against an engineer will almost always involve expert testimony. Not only because it is required, but to establish the…
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Claims Retrospective: A Licensing Proceeding Can Be a Precursor to a Claim
In Claims onIt is hard to think of anything that could be more detrimental to an engineer’s practice than losing his or…
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Are You Talking to Me? Stay-at-Home Orders and Engineering Practice During the COVID-19 Pandemic
In Claims onThe governors of a majority of states across the country have issued stay-at-home, or shelter-in-place, orders in an attempt to…
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Design Professional Negligence? Only an Expert Can Tell
In Claims onA design professional who has been sued may naturally be concerned about a jury of laypersons sitting in judgment over…
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Claims Retrospective: Construction Observation Services Claims Are Often Avoidable
While many engineers believe that conducting construction observation services can reduce liability, some disagree.
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Always Consult Local Counsel Before Settling a Claim
In Claims onEngineers are often brought into lawsuits by contractors and other design professionals who have been sued by the owner of…
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Claims Retrospective: Even Providing Limited Professional Engineering Services Can Be Risky
In Claims onWe have noticed an increase in claims involving large-scale condominium complex construction projects, particularly in areas of the country that…
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Licensing Notice: Structural Engineering Licenses Required for Certain Projects
In Claims onDo you have the proper licensure? In some states, a licensed professional engineer (PE) is not able to engage in…
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Construction Defect Statutes Outline Procedures for Litigation Against Contractors
In Claims onMost states have enacted notice of claim, an official intent to file a claim, for construction defects statutes. Commonly referred…
