Legal and Regulatory

Professional Liability Coverage for Design-Build Contractors: Is There Any Protection?
It is possible to reach an agreement on adequate liability protection for design-build construction projects.
By Harry Z. (Zack) Rippeon, III
October 18, 2022
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by Harry Z. (Zack) Rippeon, III
Harry Z. (Zack) Rippeon, III is a law partner in the Atlanta office of Smith, Currie & Hancock LLP. Zack represents a variety of construction industry professionals, including lenders, owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, and design professionals, assisting with all aspects of construction law. His experience includes contract formation and negotiation, and asserting and defending claims utilizing all forms of dispute resolution. He also assists clients with statutory and regulatory compliance matters such as lien filings, bond claims and licensing matters, among other services. He can be reached at zrippeon@smithcurrie.com. Learn more: www.smithcurrie.com.
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