The AIA Trust Guide to Virtual Practice, is a treasure-trove of invaluable pointers and considerations for this burgeoning approach to architectural practice. The guide offers an overview of requirements and questions to consider when starting or working in a virtual practice.
For example, what actually is a virtual practice and how does it differ from more traditional ones? What does the law require—and what do you need to know about business structure, labor law, employee liability issues, and licensing requirements to be successful?
The guide discusses various obligations, commitments, and liabilities of a virtual practice. Practical considerations regarding infrastructure, logistics, communications, and management are some of the topics explored. The guide includes a checklist of many key considerations.
2023 Trends in Professional Liability Insurance
The AIA Trust together with the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) and the National Society for Professional Engineers (NSPE) work annually to conduct an insurance carrier review and interview of professional liability trends and risk management issues. The following are some highlights for 2023 as well as complimentary useful resources made available to you by the AIA Trust.
Avoiding fee disputes
Architecture firms should take the time to establish meaningful fee collection practices so that they can remain financially solvent. Avoiding fee disputes with clients helps maintain positive working relationships while safeguarding the ability to provide services on future projects, including those of existing clients. Timely collection of fees is essential since architecture firms do not…
