By Erin Johnson, JCJ Insurance Successful construction projects consist of multiple design firms working towards a common goal. Some projects, your role may be the Prime Consultant, and on other projects you may be the Subconsultant. No matter your role, the success...
By Mark Jackson, JCJ Insurance Communication is essential to every part of a project. Good communication can help ensure a project’s success, while poor communication can lead to disputes and claims. Documentation is the narrative of the project that forms the legal...
by Mark Jackson Your firm has been selected for a new project. Congratulations! The Owner wants you to start as soon as possible. Your team is excited to start working on the design. But what about the contract? It is not uncommon for design firms to begin schematic...
By Erin Johnson, JCJ Insurance Agency Whether your firm owns vehicles or not, chances are you have employees who use their personal vehicles for business purposes. Most design firms are aware that they need proper coverage for automobiles they own but are less clear...
By Mark Jackson and Erin Johnson, JCJ Insurance Agency The tragic collapse of the Champlain Tower in 2019 prompted Florida lawmakers to create a mandatory inspection bill aimed at preventing future catastrophes and unnecessary loss of life. In May 2022, the Florida...
By Mark Jackson, JCJ Insurance As a Design Professional, you are trained and educated to solve problems. Whether it is a new and innovative design concept, the repurposing of an existing structure, or fixing a project after storm damage, you are uniquely qualified to...
