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Do architects need insurance?

02/10/2018

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"It's not my fault!"

We hear that a lot. Here's why architects need professional indemnity insurance. It helps fight your corner when it isn't. Or even when it is.

Do architects need insurance
 

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This is why architects need professional indemnity insurance.

The clue's in the name. It's because you're a professional. Which means clients pay you for your specialist advice and services.

And that means you can be sued if you make a mistake. In fact, you can be sued even if you haven't.

But if, like Sam, you've got professional indemnity insurance, you don't need to worry.

Your policy pays your legal bills and picks up the tab for compensation - if it turns out you're liable.

Want to know more? Watch this.

To the best of our knowledge, this article was correct when published. The information given is general, may change, and may not be relevant to your own policy or quote. Got questions? Our team can help.

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