Design Claims: Perils and Prevention

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["em"],["strong"]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[0,1,1],3,"(Credit: 1 .5 LU - pending approval)"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1,1],2,"Description: "],[0,[],0,"As design professionals know far too well, construction is a litigious industry, and design a risky business. Those who practice long enough will inevitably find themselves in the crosshairs of a potential claim\u2014for construction delays, cost overruns, rip-out and rework costs, ADA violations, code issues, water leaks, \u201cfailure to catch\u201d Work deficiencies, unattained LEED goals, pedestrian trip-and-falls, the list goes on and on. Join award-winning architect Brad Hastings of Becker Morgan Group and attorney Paul Knupp of Lee\/Shoemaker for a lively conversation on design claim hazards and best practice tips\u2014from identifying red flags of a troubled project and avoiding common pitfalls, to proactively fending off liability without jeopardizing your important client and consultant relationships. Brad and Paul will guide attendees on the crash course of design claims where architecture and the law collide. When the dust clears, both seasoned and upcoming design professionals alike will feel better equipped to manage thorny claim scenarios with new insights and fresh techniques."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1,1],2,"Learning Objectives:"]]],[3,"ul",[[[0,[],0,"Learn proven strategies for preventing common claim scenarios and identifying troubled projects likely to generate claims."]],[[0,[],0,"Discuss effective techniques for resolving disputes and claims without jeopardizing profitability and business relationships."]],[[0,[],0,"Understand how different approaches for documenting design and construction deficiencies affect a design professional\u2019s potential liability."]],[[0,[],0,"Learn proven messaging strategies to implement with owners, contractors, and consultants to prevent disputes from escalating."]]]]]}