Professional Liability and Risk Management

Building Information Modeling and the Transition to Integrated Project Delivery

In its most basic form, building information modeling (BIM) is the move from analog to digital design and construction. It is a model-based technology linked with a database of project information. It is poised to fundamentally change the way projects are built and the way the project stakeholders communicate with each other.  And while BIM is the vehicle that will lead the design and construction process into an integrated project delivery paradigm, it poses inherent risks. Read more »


Straightforward Advice on Preserving Cash Flow During a Recession

Professional service firms need to set appropriate fees for their services and collect those fees to stay profitable. Regular billing and follow-up will open communication about a client’s concerns that could otherwise lead to a fee dispute. Implementing billing controls can minimize the risks that come with trying to collect on an unpaid invoice. Read more »


Schinnerer Offers Risk Mitigation Premium Credit

The Schinnerer program now offers a premium credit—an up-front reduction of 5% in the cost of insurance—for firms with good claims records that can show they meet certain risk mitigation criteria in their current practice management procedures. Read more »


Announcing 2009 Regional Risk Management Seminars

The Risk Management Seminars offered by CNA/Schinnerer can help you earn credits, stay on top of current issues and prepare for what’s coming in the year ahead. Read more »