Read time: 8 minutes Professional indemnity (PI) insurance does not provide (and is not intended to provide) complete protection against professional ...

Reducing architectural fees substantially may have severe detrimental consequences to an architectural practice and its ongoing viability – as well ...

Read time: 8 minutes An author may consent to the use of their moral rights and therefore avoid any infringements. If an author provides consent, it ...

It is not unusual for practitioners to work on private commissions while they are employees in practice. This note provides some guidance and warning ...

This note considers the risk of a DDA complaint for existing buildings not undergoing building work and suggests practices which may be available to ...

Read time: 13 minutes  Given the risks posed to architects, the best protection for any professional in the construction industry is still their own ...

Read time: 5 minutes Setting up your own practice can be an exciting but also daunting experience, and it is wise to seek assistance and advice from ...

Read time: 10 minutes Security of Payment (SOP) legislation is in effect in each Australian state and territory. SOP is aimed at encouraging timely ...

Read time: 9 minutes Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) refers to methods of dispute resolution that are an alternative to litigation. ADR methods ...

The value of an architectural practice is usually determined by reference to its physical features (assets), the professional work done (work in ...