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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 ***
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Doric Disaster: The Vulgar Portico That Torpedoed a Pastor’s Niagara Mansion Dream
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Jul 28, 2026 |
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"I Just Walked Into Space": How Architects Approved a Code-Violating Curved Stair
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Jul 21, 2026 |
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The Unhealthy Health Club: Poor Wall Detailing, a Fleeing Contractor and a Modest Settlement
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Jul 14, 2026 |
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Ticket Stubs Don’t Lie: The $60K Price of an Architect’s Fake Alibi
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Jul 07, 2026 |
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The Claims-Free Architect Season 5: How to Master the Dark Side of Practice Before a Single Lawsuit Wipes Out Your Reputation & Business
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Jul 02, 2026 |
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Pros watch in silence as DIY couple’s hands-on build leads to a costly disaster.
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Dec 08, 2025 |
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“The Flying Doctor”: How an $18M Claim Collapsed When His Pilot Licence Proved He Could Still Fly
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Dec 01, 2025 |
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A Big Claim and a Human Rights Speech: The Co-op That Turned into a Real-Life Funhouse
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Nov 24, 2025 |
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The Wonky Wall: How Coordination and Consultants Couldn't Save a Crumbling Heritage Structure
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Nov 17, 2025 |
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The Fake Granite Scandal: How One Architect Survived a $1.5M Lawsuit
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Nov 10, 2025 |
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How One Marble Threshold Taught This Architect a $450K Lesson
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Nov 03, 2025 |
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When ‘Affordable’ Housing Becomes a Liability Trap
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Oct 27, 2025 |
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When Hurt Feelings Become Lawsuits
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Oct 20, 2025 |
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Why “Wearing Too Many Hats” Could Destroy Your Practice
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Oct 13, 2025 |
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Why Copying Designs Could Cost You Your License
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Oct 06, 2025 |
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Why an Architect’s Implicit Trust in a Builder-Developer Led to a Legal Nightmare
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Sep 29, 2025 |
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When “Following Orders” Conflicts with the Architect's Duty of Care
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Sep 22, 2025 |
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The $530,000 Claim That Almost Ruined a Retired Architect
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Sep 15, 2025 |
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Why Proper Site Visits Could Save Your Career
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Sep 08, 2025 |
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The Windowless Wall and 8-Foot Ceilings: The $1M Claim That Started Without a Permit
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Sep 01, 2025 |
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“Who’s in Charge?” – The Historic Masonry Disaster That Cost Everyone
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Aug 25, 2025 |
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The Septic Field That Turned Their Dream Home into a Recurring Sewage Pit
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Aug 18, 2025 |
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“This Isn’t Florida”: The Board’s Fateful Words That Left Seniors Fainting and One Architect on the Hook
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Aug 13, 2025 |
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The Claims-Free Architect Season 4 Trailer (2025)
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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When An Improper Fireplace Installation Causes A Ski Lodge Inferno
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Dec 09, 2024 |
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How Ignoring The Neighbour's Runoff Resulted In A Paint Shop Flood
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Dec 02, 2024 |
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When A Millwork Schedule Typo Leads To A $200,000 Mistake
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Nov 25, 2024 |
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How A Mould Expert Worsened Damage From A Faulty Sprinkler Valve
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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When a 25-Tonne Precast Wall Crashes Down, Who's Responsible?
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Nov 11, 2024 |
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What Happens When An Unreasonable Client Demolishes Completed Work?
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Nov 04, 2024 |
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When Cheaping Out Results In A Beloved Building Burning Down
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Oct 28, 2024 |
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How The Incorrect Soils Report Led To A Building Collapse
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Oct 21, 2024 |
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When Unsuitable Cladding Materials Led To A Building Crumbling
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Oct 14, 2024 |
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Why Cutting Corners For A Friend Ends Up Costing More
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Oct 07, 2024 |
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When Interpersonal Conflicts Caused Retirees To Shiver In The Cold
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Sep 30, 2024 |
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Why An Architect Playing Favourites Landed Himself In Hot Water
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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How a Fire Hydrant Upgrade Led to a Million-Dollar Lawsuit
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Sep 16, 2024 |
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Why It's Risky For An Architect To Ignore Existing Conditions
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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Season 3 Trailer (2024)
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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Visual Evidence
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Dec 01, 2023 |
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Poor Choices
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Oct 01, 2023 |
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Client Demands
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Sep 01, 2023 |
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Unchecked Qualifications
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Jun 05, 2023 |
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Poor Site Planning
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Apr 03, 2023 |
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Inaccurate Certificates
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Mar 06, 2023 |
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Relying on Consultants
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Jan 03, 2023 |
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Exploring New Products
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Nov 01, 2022 |
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Inattention to Detail
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Aug 31, 2022 |
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Failure to Communicate
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May 02, 2022 |
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No Written Record
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Mar 02, 2022 |