false true 2010-02-04T09:12:25-08:00 2010-02-18T07:34:42-08:00 <p><a href="../../contents/file/183">RISKS Associated with Green Building</a></p><p>The press, popularity, and advocates of LEED&reg; and green design are everywhere. Increasing numbers of design professionals are &quot;going green&quot; with the design and materials for projects. While many benefits exist in green building and design, there are also potential risks. </p><p>This seminar will cover the definition of the standard of care as it relates to design professionals, how that is impacted by including green design, the most common types of claims with green projects, ways to avoid such claims, and proper allocation of duties and risk in both contracts and in performance. </p><p>Attend this seminar and you will learn: <br />&middot; Practical recommendations on contract provisions <br />&middot; Best practices to minimize risk and maximize benefits <br />&middot; Industry contract provisions (AIA, EJCDC, etc.) <br />&middot; Recent claims examples <br />&middot; Common risks resulting in claims </p><p>&nbsp;</p> 115 Seminar Marriott Minneapolis West true 99 199 Holly J. Newman, an ACEC/MN affiliate, practices law at Mackall, Crounse &amp; Moore mainly in the area of construction litigation with a specific focus on representing design professionals and sureties. Her experience includes negotiation of contracts, representation of clients through trials, arbitrations, mediations and other pre-trial proceedings.<p>&nbsp;</p> 2010-03-18 <p>8am Registration &amp; Continental breakfast</p><p>8:30-12pm Program </p>