CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL

"News and Information for Construction Defect and Claims Professionals"

CONSTRUCTION DEFECT JOURNAL - ISSUE 242749 - TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2026

Why Professional Liability Insurance Is Ticking Clock for AE Firms

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The pre-claim assistance built into many professional liability policies can help firms address issues before they escalate.

November 9, 2026
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Jared Maxwell - Engineering News-Record

For architecture and engineering firms, professional liability insurance is a cornerstone of risk management. These policies are almost always written on a claims-made basis, making timely claims reporting one of the most critical—yet often overlooked—requirements for preserving coverage. In practice, how and when a firm reports a claim can have just as much impact as the claim itself.

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