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Changes in scope, schedule, and budget are among the leading drivers of professional liability claims on design and construction projects. The American Society of Civil Engineers breaks down what design professionals need to know to reduce their exposure.

Claim Reduction: Addressing changes in scope, schedule, and budget When the engineer determines there is a change to the scope, schedule, and/or fee, then an amendment is required to the agreement to implement the change.

A major retrospective celebrating the career of Frank Gehry just opened at the Serralves Museum in Porto, Portugal, marking the centenary of his death. From the Guggenheim Bilbao to the Walt Disney Concert Hall, few architects have left a more recognizable mark on the built world.

"The Century of Gehry": Frank Gehry Retrospective Opens at the Serralves Museum in Porto Explore Frank Gehry's groundbreaking architecture at the Serralves Museum, featuring original models and sketches from June to December 2026.

The House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee has advanced the bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act. If it passes, demand for architecture and engineering services could see a significant boost. More projects mean more exposure — make sure your E&O coverage is ready to keep pace.

https://engineeringinc.acec.org/blog/what-they-are-saying-house-leaders-are-ready-to-vote-on-the-build-america-250-act/

One lawsuit can financially devastate an interior design firm, even if the designer is ultimately found not at fault.

PDI's E&O coverage for interior designers helps protect against the legal costs, court fees, and judgments that can follow even a minor project dispute.

https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/interior-designers/

From our blog, a look at contractual limitations of liability.

Contractual Limitations of Liability: The Evolution of a Risk Tool - PDI Contractual limitations of liability are an important risk tool for design professionals today. These contractual provisions can operate as a way to control and mitigate losses in the event of a malpractice tort claim or in the event of a claim of some breach of contract. These provisions began to b...

If your firm offers professional advice or holds itself out as an expert, you can be sued for errors and omissions, regardless of whether your profession has formal published standards.

PDI's Misc E&O program was built for exactly that exposure.

https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/misc-eo/

As hurricane season gets underway, the AIA is urging governors to close a federal emergency planning gap and calling on architects trained in disaster assistance to take a more active role in protecting communities.

Architects Warn U.S. Governors of Federal Emergency Planning Gap, Urge Immediate Action As hurricane season begins, policymakers have both the responsibility and the opportunity to engage architects trained in disaster assistance

Project insurance vs owner's protective policies. We can help you find the right balance.

Project Insurance & Owners Protective Insurance: What’s the difference? - PDI The differences between project insurance and owners protective insurance. From PDI - the Design Insurance Professionals.

A structural engineer and a geotechnical engineer don't carry the same liability risks. PDI has spent three decades specializing in E&O coverage across every engineering discipline, so your coverage fits your actual exposure.
https://www.pdiins.com/insurance/engineers/

The dangers of using "standard" contracts for design professionals. From our blog:

Design Professionals and the Give and Take of "Standard Contracts” - PDI The problem with using "standard" language in a design contract. From PDI, the Design Insurance Professionals.