The Claims-Free Architect
Architects sometimes get blindsided by accusations of professional error, omission or negligence. They struggle with the hidden risks that come with running an architectural practice, as it can be devastating—professionally and personally—to invest countless hours in a project, only to face one claim that threatens everything.
Well, what if one could navigate these risks with confidence? What if architects could protect their practice and reputation while continuing to do what they love?
Welcome to "The Claims-Free Architect", formerly known as “Architects’ Claims Stories”, renamed to better reflect the podcast’s mission. Brought to you by
Pro-Demnity, a professional liability insurance company that has been protecting and defending architects for nearly four decades.
This season, every week for 14 weeks, you’ll hear stories that delve into real-world situations faced by architects. From these actual experiences, architects will gain the insights needed to identify potential risks and learn how to manage, minimize, mitigate, avoid or even accept them, and ultimately, better protect your architectural practice from claims.
If you’re a licensed, practicing architect, an architectural practice owner, an architectural intern, or a member of an architectural team, and you’re looking to avoid professional pitfalls, subscribe to "The Claims-Free Architect" wherever you get your podcasts. By tuning in, you’ll be well on your way to understanding risk and keeping your practice claims-free.
***The Claims-Free Architect Podcast is recognized by Canadian Architect magazine as one of the Best podcasts and films for Canadian architects: 2024 Edition ***
The Claims-Free Architect
The Claims-Free Architect Season 4 Trailer (2025)
Have you ever faced a claim that turned your architectural vision into a legal nightmare? Do the hidden risks of your practice haunt you? A single misstep—like a contractor’s error, a language barrier, or a neighbor’s grievance—can jeopardize your reputation and livelihood.
What if you could master these risks? Welcome to Season 4 of The Claims-Free Architect, brought to you by Pro-Demnity, safeguarding architects for four decades. This podcast empowers you to stay claims-free. Our 18 episodes blend new tales—like mansion fires from faulty fireplaces and condo chaos from rogue developers—with four classic stories from our first season, updated to match our current format.
Revisit lessons from a inadequately designed air handling system in a home for the aged causing residents to faint from extreme heat, a dream home that floods in the middle of winter, a historic preservation project where too many architects cause a stonemason ulcers, and a building that starts without permit and turns out to be a major headache for everyone involved.
From homes to high-rises, learn to sidestep financial, reputational, business and personal losses. If you're an architect, intern, or practice owner: subscribe to The Claims-Free Architect wherever you get your podcasts and build a claims-free future!
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Thank you for listening.
Have you ever faced a claim that turned your architectural vision into a legal nightmare? Do the hidden risks of your practice haunt you? A single misstep—like a contractor’s error, a language barrier, or a neighbor’s grievance—can jeopardize your reputation and livelihood.
What if you could master these risks? Welcome to Season 4 of The Claims-Free Architect, brought to you by Pro-Demnity. This podcast empowers you to stay claims-free. Our 18 episodes blend new tales—like mansion fires from faulty fireplaces and condo chaos from rogue developers—with four classic stories from our first season, updated to match our current format.
Revisit lessons from a inadequately designed air handling system in a home for the aged causing residents to faint from extreme heat, a dream home that floods in the middle of winter, a historic preservation project where too many architects cause a stonemason ulcers, and a building that starts without permit and turns out to be a major headache for everyone involved.
From homes to high-rises, learn to sidestep financial, reputational, business and personal losses. If you're an architect, intern, or practice owner: subscribe to The Claims-Free Architect wherever you get your podcasts and build a claims-free future!