Architects and engineers must be aware when entering agreements to perform design work that a variety of potential claims may be asserted against them. These may be attributed to alleged design flaws, budget overruns, on-site accidents or even building collapse. With the economic down-turn, problems of delay claims and cost over-runs and claims of construction defects and consequential damages are increasing dramatically.
Link to PDF - Arizona Court Of Appeals Finds Architects Can Be Sued For Negligence
