Earn 1 HSW Credit The AIA Trust sponsored a one-hour Webinar on Managing Professional Exposures as a Small Project Practitioner for 1 HSW Credit, conducted by Frank Musica, Assoc. AIA, Esq. of the Risk Management Department of Victor. Frank offers a wealth of experience in design and management of architecture firms and currently provides advisory…
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Save on Energy Costs in Winter
Cranking the heat up in winter can make it hard to keep energy costs down. Try these quick tips and save on your home energy bills next winter: Use the sun. During the daytime, open curtains and blinds on the south side of your home to let in natural heat from sunlight. Retain the warmth…
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Insure Your Firm’s Future
The AIA Trust Professional Liability Database is a resource designed especially for AIA members, detailing everything you need to know about risk management and professional liability. A searchable directory of more than 40 professional liability insurers, the AIA Trust Professional Liability Database gives AIA member architects critical information about one of the most important purchasing…
Read MoreThe Safe Way to Rent a Car
When you rent a vehicle, it’s important to give it a quick safety check before you leave the rental agency parking lot. Just a few minutes can potentially save you a major headache down the road. Here’s a list of a few important items to look for: Go over the basics. Inspect your vehicle’s tires…
Read MoreMyths About How to Protect Yourself
Days are busy and the last thing on one’s mind is life insurance. Life insurance is protection against the unexpected to give you peace of mind that your family is taken care of if you’re no longer there. It is important because it protects what matters most to you. However, there are some common myths…
Read MoreSpringtime Safety and Maintenance Tips
Ready for spring? After such a tough winter, we all are. But before we can fully enjoy springtime, we may first need to clean up some of the damage caused by winter. You can prepare for the upcoming season with these spring home maintenance tips. Siding and Roofing—Check your siding and roofing for loose materials,…
Read MoreWhy Would You Need Disability Insurance If You Have It at Work?
If you have disability insurance at work, you may think there isn’t any reason to buy a policy on your own; however, employer disability coverage may not be enough to address your needs. Having disability insurance at work is a great start since the policy can help financially if you become sick or injured and…
Read MoreHow to Digitally Archive Your Home
Most people accumulate many possessions over the years. In the case of a loss or theft, this makes having a home inventory essential. You never know when disaster might strike—within minutes, cherished or valuable goods could be ruined. Keeping an archive of your belongings will accelerate the process of replacing damaged property. It will also…
Read MorePlanning to Have an Accident?
Of course not. No one plans an accident and while it is not plausible to presume one can escape an accident, it is entirely possible to prepare for it. Most people don’t understand the importance of having accident insurance. While auto insurance helps in the event of an accident, it may not cover all the…
Read MoreFire Prevention Lessons
Fire is one of the most serious dangers in the home, and the kitchen presents the greatest risk. But wherever a fire starts, there are steps you can take to reduce the danger and help keep your family safe. Stay in the kitchen. If you are frying, grilling, or broiling food, stay in the kitchen.…
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