Responding to Pressure to Provide CPA-to-Lender Comfort Letters
By Suzanne M. Holl, CPA Complying with requests from banks and other lenders for assurances regarding clients’ … Read more
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Five Common Missteps in Managing CPA Liability Risk
Managing CPA liability risk exposures is a complex process, and it’s easy to underestimate the potential for risk along the way. The following five missteps can be avoided by being aware and taking the right actions. 1. Not discussing questions about the insurance application with your underwriter or agent. Whether it’s for a new or … Read more
Why It’s Important to Maintain Prior Acts Coverage
Do Not Lose Coverage for Your Prior Acts! Most Accountants Professional Liability insurance policies are “claims made and reported” policies. Two important features of claims made and reported policies include: The insurance applies only to claims that are first made and reported to the insurance company during the policy period. The insurance provides coverage for … Read more
When to Use Mediation and Arbitration
Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) can be an effective way to reduce the time, expense and stress of resolving professional liability conflicts when used in the appropriate circumstances. Mediation and arbitration are forms of ADR that can reduce the cost and the emotional roller-coaster ride of disputes. The major distinction between these two ADR solutions is … Read more
Understand Your Risks: Generative Artificial Intelligence Solutions
Generative artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT continue to gain popularity. Many CPA firms seek to leverage the use of generative AI to accelerate innovation and increase productivity. As the use of AI technology evolves, CPAs need to obtain a solid understanding of their needs and objectives – and gain an understanding of … Read more
Tax Season Documentation Tips
CPAs are considered to be experts in documentation by jurors (who are members of the public). Falling short of that expectation when faced with a liability lawsuit may be viewed by the public as negligent and below the standard of care for the services rendered. The following are some documentation tips to follow for tax … Read more
