Soft Skills Essential to Architects

Posted on: January 14, 2021 by Huntersure

Deciding to become an architect is an exciting career choice. It pays well, has a challenging yet thrilling future in answering the call of climate change, and allows professionals to make a lasting contribution to society through design. But not everybody has what it takes to be successful at this complex and technical career. Indeed, it takes […] Read More

How COVID Will Reshape Modern Architecture

Posted on: January 7, 2021 by Huntersure

While the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused a disturbance in many different industries and ways of life, the first thing that comes to mind might not be how it’s affected buildings. But in fact, modern architecture firms are leaning into the new normal through updated designs and innovations. The new restrictions placed on society have […] Read More

Top 3 Lawsuits Against Engineers

Posted on: October 8, 2020 by Huntersure

When it comes to building design and engineering, a simple mistake can cause significant problems down the road. Since engineers are responsible for a building’s design and overall safety, any slip-up could have dire consequences on the public, the workers, and the engineering firm’s reputation and legal status. Lawsuits against engineers related to negligence aren’t rare […] Read More

Architect Insurance: Which Coverages Do They Need?

Posted on: September 24, 2020 by Huntersure

As an insurance provider for architecture professionals, you know the importance of having the right coverage level to protect against unique risks. Architects are responsible for bringing designs to life from beginning to end, which means they have many risks and liabilities to consider. An architect’s work must meet client expectations, leaving plenty of room for […] Read More

Everything Your Engineer Clients Need to Know About Professional Liability

Posted on: September 10, 2020 by Huntersure

Engineering clients of all backgrounds all carry the risk of potentially being sued by their clients. From negligence to issues with contracts, engineers, be they mechanical, civil, structural, or environmental, can all be on the wrong end of a legal matter. Regardless of how low risk an engineering client may feel that the services they provide […] Read More

How to Start an Engineering Firm

Posted on: September 3, 2020 by Huntersure

For engineers, working for themselves instead of having to answer to others is a more attractive venture. From setting their hours to being in more control of their projects, engineers venturing out on their own presents many benefits. But like any personal business venture, there are still some important items to be aware of. Here’s a […] Read More

Best Cybersecurity Practices for Architects in 2020

Posted on: May 28, 2020 by Huntersure

For clients in the architecture field, focusing on cybersecurity health may not be at the forefront of their daily operations. After all, most cyber threats are focused on financial services or health care. However, given the fact that a cyber breach occurs every 39 seconds in the United States, any professional, in any industry, should […] Read More

Key Practices for Software Engineers

Posted on: April 23, 2020 by Huntersure

Software engineers are the backbone of developing our everyday technology, including phones, tablets, WiFi, and more. Thanks to software engineers, we have devices that connect us to the world and each other, which has been a valuable asset during the recent stay at home measures. But while software engineers help us use our devices and […] Read More

Architect & Engineer Risk Management: 4 Common Coverage Gaps

Posted on: February 26, 2018 by Huntersure

Architecture and engineering are both high-risk professions. A minor error in a design can lead to delays in construction or other significant losses, resulting in potentially costly lawsuits. Many Architecture and Engineering (A&E) risks are fairly obvious and are covered by industry-specific professional liability insurance. However, there are a few areas where the insurance options […] Read More

Why Do Architects Need Professional Liability Coverage?

Posted on: February 17, 2016 by Huntersure

The variety of risks that architects face varies from firm to firm. While most assume that errors and omissions insurance, otherwise known as professional liability, is unaffordable or unnecessary, this coverage is critical for architects. Not only will it provide coverage for all of the following exposures, Professional Liability for Architects will also provide some […] Read More