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Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Dan Knise Sees Advantage for Region's Businesses in DC's Bid for 2024 Summer Olympics

In an interview with Washington Business Journal, Dan Knise, president and CEO, Ames & Gough, discussed what a bid by Washington, DC to host the 2024 Summer Olympics would mean to businesses in Washington, DC and throughout the region.  He led the effort to bring the 2012 Summer Olympics to the nation's capital.  Click here to read the online article, published in the Washington Business Journal, August 27, 2013.

 

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

News Release: Tom Marchetti Promoted to Vice President

Tom Marchetti of Ames & Gough has been promoted to Vice President. For the full News Release article, please click here.

 

Monday, July 1, 2013

Florida Statute Limits Individual Liability of Design Professionals

A new Florida statute, effective July 1, 2013, gives design professionals the ability to limit their individual liability on a contractual basis for work done for projects subject to Florida law. Certain conditions apply, however, and design firms operating in Florida should become familiar with the specific language of the limitation of liability provision that must be included in their contracts to restrict their potential exposure. Click here to read a current notice from Beazley Group that discusses the statute, including the language for the limitation of liability provision.

Monday, June 24, 2013

News Release: Allison Barefoot Joins Ames & Gough

Ames & Gough Appoints Allison Barefoot as Assistant Vice President and Senior Broker in the McLean, Virginia Office. Click here to read the full text of the news release issued on June 24, 2013.

 

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Survey: Most Leading Law Firm Insurers See Rise in Malpractice Claims Frequency, Severity

Although the frequency of legal malpractice claims appeared to be leveling off a year ago, most insurers of U.S. law firms now report the number of such claims is increasing, including those involving multi-million-dollar payouts. A new study by insurance broker Ames & Gough finds most leading legal malpractice insurers had more claims in 2012 than the prior year, including a significant increase in claims in excess of $50 million. Click here to read the full text of the news release issued on June 18, 2013.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Ames & Gough Discusses Ways for Design Firms and Construction Firms to Manage Professsional Liability Insurance Costs

With professional liability insurance costs generally on the rise, Dan Knise, president and CEO, Ames & Gough reviews what drives higher premiums for individual design firms and construction professionals and then outlines steps to control cost.  Click here  to read the full text of the guest column by Dan Knise appearing in The Zweig Letter.  [Note:  Article originally published May 13, 2013 in The Zweig Letter (www.thezweigletter.com), the voice of reason for A/E/P and environmental consulting firms.  For more information, log on to www.zweigwhite.com.]

 

Monday, April 29, 2013

Chemical Specialty Insurance Program Managed by Ames & Gough Expands Pollution Coverage

Consumer Specialties Insurance Company (CSI), a risk retention group managed by Ames & Gough that serves the specialty consumer products industry, has increased to $1 million the insurance limits available under its site-specific CSI pollution coverage.  The higher limits provide optional added protection under CSI's general liability insurance policy.  Click here to read the full text of the news release issued April 29, 2013.

 

Monday, March 11, 2013

Ames & Gough Insurer Survey: Architects & Engineers Professional Liability Insurance Market Sees Rising Rates, Steady Capacity

For the second consecutive year, the insurance market for architects and engineers professional liability insurance continued its firming trend as a number of leading insurance companies providing this specialized coverage again achieved moderate price increases.  A new survey by insurance broker Ames & Gough finds a majority of insurers expect to seek further increases in 2013 even as their overall claim experience in this line remains flat. Click here to read the news release issued March 11, 2013, announcing key findings of the survey.

 

Monday, February 18, 2013

Ames & Gough: Take Note of Risk and Insurance Issues in M&A Deals

In a guest column for The Zweig Letter, Dan Knise, president and CEO, Ames & Gough examinies potential risks for design firms involved in mergers and acquisitions and discusses relevant risk management strategies, including key insurance coverages. Click here to read the full text of the column by Dan Knise.  [Note:  Article originally published February 18, 2013 in The Zweig Letter (www.thezweigletter.com), the voice of reason for A/E/P and environmental consulting firms.  For more information, log on to www.zweigwhite.com.]

 

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Ames & Gough Appoints Jared J. Maxwell as Senior Client Executive in Boston

Ames & Gough has expanded its client service team in Boston with the appointment of Jared J. Maxwell as a senior client executive. 

Click here to read the full text of the news release issued February 7, 2013.

 

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  • I've worked with Ames & Gough for years regarding our firm's professional liability insurance. Ames & Gough has some of the most knowledgeable insurance professionals that I have met. They understand our business and apply their very deep insurance knowledge to help us. They are customer-focused and always put our firm's needs ahead of their own. Ames & Gough is out to save us money while also looking out for our best interests.
    Donald P. Nims, Jr., PE, Quality Assurance & Risk Manager, Bergmann Associates, Inc.

  • Ames & Gough has always been very responsive to our queries, large or small, for contract review and situations regarding potential liability. They have provided immediate answers to quick questions, offering clear advice and direction, and have responded promptly on the more comprehensive requests.
    Suzette Bois , Controller , SMRT, Inc.

  • During our more than five-year relationship with Ames & Gough, we have grown to depend heavily on their experience in the A/E industry. Their skill at identifying risk exposures, skill in reviewing our contracts, and personal approach to insurance brokerage have made Ames & Gough indispensable to our firm. As contract negotiations become more complicated and the risk of litigation greater, there is no price our firm can put on having Ames & Gough and a good lawyer on our team.
    Ms. Polly Brazelton, Senior Associate, Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates

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    Kevin Kokal, Founder & Owner, Alliance Engineering, Inc.

  • Beazley has had a close trading relationship with Ames & Gough since their formation in the 1990s. We consider them to be one of the real pros in their market niches of architects, engineers, and law firms. We appreciate their professional representation of their clients; as well as their integrity and attention to detail.
    Jerry Sullivan, Head of Professionals, Beazley Group

  • Ames & Gough's expertise in insurance and risk issues has been invaluable to LeClairRyan. Our law firm's needs have been consistently met with their top of the line client service. Ames & Gough has been quick to identify gaps in coverage while reducing our insurance costs and saving us money. We highly recommend Ames & Gough to any law firm looking for senior-level professionals that can help contribute to your firm’s success.
    Bruce Matson, Chief Legal Officer, LeClairRyan

  • We rely on Ames & Gough as our portal to the commercial insurance market for law firms. Their knowledge and service are exemplary, and we thank them for their contributions to our success.
    Phil Sunshine, General Counsel, Finnegan

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    Monique T. Valentine, CPA, CFO, , Associated General Contractors of America

  • Everyone at Ames & Gough has tremendous depths of knowledge about both design professionals and managing risk in the construction process. We refer firms to Ames & Gough because their professionalism is obvious from the first conversation. Their client focus, nationwide reach, and high level of services makes Ames & Gough an outstanding broker for any design professional. We've given Ames & Gough our 'Elite Broker' designation signifying that they are truly dedicated experts.
    Duane S. Repko, Vice President and Underwriting Manager-AE National Accounts Division, Victor O. Schinnerer & Company

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    Larry Trapuzzano, Director of Facilities & Administration, American Institutes for Research

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    Mark Teden, Executive Vice President/Treasurer, Bruner/Cott & Associates, Inc.

  • The expertise of the individuals at Ames & Gough has been invaluable to Hoyle Tanner. Over the course of many years, they have consistently provided Hoyle Tanner with knowledgeable advice and excellent service.
    James D. Boothroyd, P.E. , President, Hoyle, Tanner & Associates, Inc.

  • I believe we were Ames & Gough's first client. In those 25 years, they have never failed to provide us with exceptional service, well beyond being only our A/E broker. Their depth of service, their technical expertise, and their responsiveness to our requests set them apart and account for our long-term relationship.
    Jim Fagan, Chairman of the Board, Hazen and Sawyer

  • Ames & Gough's expertise in insurance and risk issues important to our association has been obvious. They have been quick to identify issues and opportunities and follow-through to improve our coverage and save us money. We highly recommend Ames & Gough to any association seeking a professional insurance broker partner.
    David Fitzsimmons, VP of Finance & Accounting, National Association of Chain Drug Stores

  • For years, Hogan Lovells has relied upon Ames & Gough’s deep understanding of the professional liability issues faced by law firms. Our firm’s needs are consistently met by responsive, friendly senior-level professionals with an unyielding focus on client service and putting our needs at the fore.
    Warren Gorrell, Jr., Former Co-Chairman, Hogan Lovells

  • Ames & Gough has worked closely, proactively, and successfully with our law firm. They have been very effective at obtaining the best insurance coverage for the best price. Additionally, the personnel have been extremely responsive on all our risk management issues. They are very knowledgeable and we are glad they are an integral part of our team.
    Steve Leonard, Chief Operating Officer, Zuckerman Spaeder, LLP