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Which of the following is a potential risk for architects working outside their base jurisdictions?
Which of the following is a potential risk for architects working outside their base jurisdictions?
What is one difference to watch for when working in other municipalities within the same province?
What is one difference to watch for when working in other municipalities within the same province?
What is one difference to watch for when working in other provinces or territories within Canada?
What is one difference to watch for when working in other provinces or territories within Canada?
What is one difference to watch for when working outside Canada?
What is one difference to watch for when working outside Canada?
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What is one potential risk related to forms of contract when working outside the architect's base jurisdiction?
What is one potential risk related to forms of contract when working outside the architect's base jurisdiction?
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What is one potential risk related to payment when working outside the architect's base jurisdiction?
What is one potential risk related to payment when working outside the architect's base jurisdiction?
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Which type of dispute resolution process is more formal and requires a final and binding determination by an independent arbitrator?
Which type of dispute resolution process is more formal and requires a final and binding determination by an independent arbitrator?
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What is the role of a mediator in a dispute resolution process?
What is the role of a mediator in a dispute resolution process?
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In which situations is mediation mandatory in many jurisdictions across Canada?
In which situations is mediation mandatory in many jurisdictions across Canada?
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Who typically bears the expense of the mediation process?
Who typically bears the expense of the mediation process?
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What is the recommended approach regarding mandatory binding arbitration in client-drafted agreements?
What is the recommended approach regarding mandatory binding arbitration in client-drafted agreements?
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What qualifications are required for an arbitrator?
What qualifications are required for an arbitrator?
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Which of the following is a conflict management strategy that seeks to avoid the costly and lengthy process of litigation?
Which of the following is a conflict management strategy that seeks to avoid the costly and lengthy process of litigation?
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What is the objective of partnering in construction projects?
What is the objective of partnering in construction projects?
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What is the role of a mediator in the mediation process?
What is the role of a mediator in the mediation process?
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What should an architect do before agreeing to participate in alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?
What should an architect do before agreeing to participate in alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?
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What should be done with the dispute resolution provisions in the prime agreement?
What should be done with the dispute resolution provisions in the prime agreement?
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What is the ideal way to handle disputes in construction projects?
What is the ideal way to handle disputes in construction projects?
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What should be done if payment has not been received after three weeks of reminder calls and a meeting?
What should be done if payment has not been received after three weeks of reminder calls and a meeting?
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What should architects do if non-payment or late payment occurs?
What should architects do if non-payment or late payment occurs?
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What should architects consider if they decide to resign the commission and terminate the relationship?
What should architects consider if they decide to resign the commission and terminate the relationship?
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What should architects be prepared to defend if they take legal action?
What should architects be prepared to defend if they take legal action?
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What should architects do if legal action has been threatened for non-payment of an invoice by a certain date?
What should architects do if legal action has been threatened for non-payment of an invoice by a certain date?
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What should architects record regarding collection efforts?
What should architects record regarding collection efforts?
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Which of the following is a recommended tip to reduce the risk of late payment or non-payment of invoices?
Which of the following is a recommended tip to reduce the risk of late payment or non-payment of invoices?
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How often should invoices be issued to improve cash flow and detect delinquent payers?
How often should invoices be issued to improve cash flow and detect delinquent payers?
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What should be included in the agreement to address the issue of non-payment of fees?
What should be included in the agreement to address the issue of non-payment of fees?
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What is the recommended approach for separating fees for professional services and reimbursable expenses on invoices?
What is the recommended approach for separating fees for professional services and reimbursable expenses on invoices?
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What is the purpose of including a statement of interest on overdue accounts?
What is the purpose of including a statement of interest on overdue accounts?
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When should a retainer be obtained from a client?
When should a retainer be obtained from a client?
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