How Engineers Get Involved In Lawsuits
This online engineering PDH course examines the legal process involved when engineers are sued in construction-related cases.
Construction-related lawsuits involving engineers may arise from allegations of professional negligence and require an understanding of the legal process, applicable laws, and standards used to evaluate professional responsibility.
Legal proceedings involving engineers may differ depending on whether the matter involves civil or criminal law and state or federal law, requiring engineers to understand the basic steps of a lawsuit and the elements necessary to establish negligence.
This course covers civil and criminal law, state and federal law, the legal steps involved when an engineer is sued, professional negligence, and the role of engineering and architectural expert witnesses. It also emphasizes practical construction-related cases involving design professionals and the application of legal concepts to engineering practice.
This 2 PDH online course is applicable to All engineers, as well as other technical professionals who are interested in learning more about construction-related lawsuits involving engineers.
- Understanding how engineers become involved in construction-related lawsuits.
- Understanding the differences between civil and criminal law.
- Understanding the differences between state and federal courts.
- Familiarizing with common law and case law principles.
- Understanding the typical steps involved in lawsuits.
- Learning recommendations for strengthening engineering contracts.
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