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The Claims-Free Architect

Pro-Demnity Insurance Company

Architects sometimes get blindsided by accusations of professional error, omission or negligence. They struggle with the hidden risks that come with running an architectural practice, as it can be devastating—professionally and personally—to invest countless hours in a project, only to face one claim that threatens everything.Well, what if one could navigate these risks with confidence? What if architects could protect their practice and reputation while continuing to do what they love?Welcome to

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20:29

How Ignoring The Neighbour's Runoff Resulted In A...

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2024/12/02

What sort of problems arise when Architects and Engineers are unfamiliar with the physical context of a building site? How can they work together to ensure that things such as site drainage are adequately dealt with?When Architects fail to familiarize themselves with existing site conditions, they and their consultants may be designing in a bubble. In this case, the site grading drawings were fine, but failed to note that the site was at the foot of a hill. Flooding was inevitable.Connect wit...

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16:23

When A Millwork Schedule Typo Leads To A $200,000...

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2024/11/25

How can a simple typographical error in a millwork order lead to a financial and logistical nightmare, not to mention the heartbreak of trashing 180 custom-made cabinets? Architects don’t normally assume responsibility for ordering interior furnishings and fittings. But when they do, they should follow quality assurance protocols.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Education Library Speak with a Risk Services Expert if you’re an Ontario arch...

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30:06

How A Mould Expert Worsened Damage From A Faulty...

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2024/11/18

When experts with questionable incentives make a simple problem worse by recommending drastic solutions, who is responsible for picking up the tab?You’ll learn how a faulty valve caused major water damage to a new building. And when a toxic mould infestation ensued, “experts” were called in to assess the damage. This led to a costly legal battle.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Education Library Speak with a Risk Services Expert if you’re an O...

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20:02

When a 25-Tonne Precast Wall Crashes Down, Who's...

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2024/11/11

When a major building component, such as an exterior wall, fails during construction, who was supposed to check the shop drawings?The cause of the near-tragedy becomes obvious, only after the wall has fallen over - it hadn’t been tied into the structure. You’ll learn how dereliction of duty triggered a catastrophic series of events.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Education Library Speak with a Risk Services Expert if you’re an Ontario archite...

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21:15

What Happens When An Unreasonable Client Demolishes...

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2024/11/04

If an Architect provides better quality cladding materials than those the client requested, can the Client order those materials to be replaced at the Architect’s expense? You’ll learn that unreasonable clients and guilt-ridden architects can make strange bedfellows and their relationship dynamics may lead to unnecessarily expensive lawsuits.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Education Library Speak with a Risk Services Expert if you’re an ...

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27:05

When Cheaping Out Results In A Beloved Building...

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2024/10/28

When a recently renovated, beloved heritage building burns to the ground with no discernible cause, who is responsible?Even forensic fire experts may have trouble pinpointing the cause of a fire, but if the architects are contracted to perform site reviews, they will be in the “line of fire,” regardless of the actual source of the original spark. There are, however, precautions that Architects can take to mitigate the risks. Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedI...

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26:54

How The Incorrect Soils Report Led To A Building...

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2024/10/21

What happens when a project is designed and engineered based on a subsoils report created for another site, with wildly different conditions?Adjacent sites may appear almost identical above grade, and yet have radically different subsoil conditions. It can be a false economy—and potentially catastrophic—to forgo a proper soils report specific to your site and instead base your design on unfounded assumptions.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Edu...

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18:41

When Unsuitable Cladding Materials Led To A Building...

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2024/10/14

Can an edifice of historical grandeur be replicated with inexpensive modern materials? And what if they haven’t been tested in Ontario’s harsh climatic conditions?Agreeing to build a high-quality neoclassical masterpiece in the Ontario hinterlands, without the extravagant budget required can only result in a deteriorating client relationship, and a dilapidated building.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Education Library Speak with a Risk Servic...

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17:08

Why Cutting Corners For A Friend Ends Up Costing More

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2024/10/07

Can an architect successfully create a modern glass building on a tight budget by cutting corners on materials and detailing, or will such compromises ultimately lead to costly failures and potential legal consequences?Architects should never compromise on essential design elements and quality materials to cut costs, even for friends or to achieve a specific aesthetic. Attempting to create a high-end look with subpar materials and inadequate detailing will likely result in significant structu...

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24:57

Cold Dinners and Hot Tempers: Unraveling the Human...

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2024/09/30

How do interpersonal conflicts, misunderstandings, and professional missteps in a construction project lead to unforeseen consequences and legal battles?A construction project for a retirement home spirals into legal chaos due to interpersonal conflicts and contractual misunderstandings. This tale delves into the repercussions of professional missteps and the quest for resolution through mediation, offering insights into the construction industry's pitfalls.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a ...

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19:52

The High Price of Favouritism: A Story of Misguided...

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2024/09/23

What happens when a bidding process is unfair, and the lowest bidder doesn't get the job?Being fair and transparent in the bidding process is crucial because choosing favorites or making changes at the last minute can lead to serious trouble. Even if you think you're helping, it might cause others to feel cheated and lead to lawsuits. In the end, what seems like a small decision can create big, expensive problems.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Ris...

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19:19

How a Fire Hydrant Upgrade Led to a Million-Dollar...

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2024/09/16

How reliable is a survey? When a fire hydrant used as a survey benchmark is replaced by a new fixture, and a site is over-excavated as a result, who is responsible, and how does a seemingly minor 20 cm error in site levels lead to a massive $1.2 million lawsuit?You’ll discover how a small, unnoticed alteration in a survey datum point can snowball into a major headache. This story illustrates the importance of obtaining accurate information, and keeping scrupulous records, especially for compl...

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18:20

Why It's Risky For An Architect To Ignore Existing...

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2024/09/09

What are the consequences of not adequately examining conditions, before embarking on a major renovation project, and leaving it to inexperienced staff to handle the problems that arise?In this episode, we find out what happens when architects, who are making extensive renovations to a building with complicated mechanical systems, can’t —or simply don’t—fully examine existing conditions before they start out.Connect with Pro-Demnity: Leave a Review Follow us on LinkedIn Access our Risk Edu...

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1:57

Season 3 Trailer (2024)

The Claims-Free Architect ·

2024/09/09

Architects sometimes get blindsided by accusations of professional error, omission or negligence. They struggle with the hidden risks that come with running an architectural practice, as it can be devastating—professionally and personally—to invest countless hours in a project, only to face one claim that threatens everything.Well, what if one could navigate these risks with confidence? What if architects’ could protect their practice and reputation while continuing to do what they love?Welco...

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35:33

Visual Evidence

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2023/12/01

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32:33

Poor Choices

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2023/10/01

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35:25

Client Demands

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2023/09/01

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24:28

Unchecked Qualifications

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2023/06/05

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27:51

Poor Site Planning

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2023/04/03

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27:49

Inaccurate Certificates

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2023/03/06

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