How We Can Help
Claims Advocacy
Managing risk doesn’t stop at prevention — it extends to how claims are handled when they arise. At Ames & Gough, we combine our deep knowledge of design firm risks with decades of claims-handling experience to deliver effective claims advocacy that protects your business and reduces your overall cost of risk.
How We Support Our Clients
Pre-Loss Planning
We prepare your firm with proactive strategies to strengthen claims readiness:
- Guidance on when and how to recognize a “claim.”
- Maximizing use of pre-claims assistance for professional liability.
- Developing customized reporting checklists.
- Coordinating with insurers to pre-approve outside counsel lists.
- Conducting training workshops to improve claims preparedness.
Post-Loss Management
When an event occurs, we guide you through every stage of the claims process:
- Ensuring proper notice and compliance with insurer requirements.
- Advising on coverage limitations and obligations.
- Coordinating communication among all parties involved in the loss.
- Advocating in disputes, including coverage denials and counsel selection.
- Assisting with documentation, claim submission, and negotiation strategy.
Supporting timely recovery of settlement funds.
Why It Matters
Effective claims management is just as important as loss prevention. With Ames & Gough, you gain a partner who:
- Advocates for your best interests at every stage.
- Provides clarity and strategy during stressful situations.
- Helps control claim costs while protecting your firm’s reputation.
