1.
True or false? Breach of warranty is covered under Woolpert’s professional liability policy.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Breach of warranty is not covered under Woolpert's professional liability policy.
2.
True or false? Deductible and premiums have a direct relationship to one another.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Deductibles and premiums have an indirect relationship to one another (i.e., a lower premium results in a higher deductible).
3.
Woolpert’s commercial general liability policy has the following limit(s) of liability:
Correct Answer
C. A and B
Explanation
The correct answer is A and B. This means that Woolpert's commercial general liability policy has a limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence, which is the maximum amount the policy will pay for a single incident, and a limit of $2,000,000 annual aggregate, which is the maximum amount the policy will pay for all incidents in a policy year. Both of these limits are applicable to Woolpert's liability coverage.
4.
Professional liability is available on what basis:
Correct Answer
A. Per claim
Explanation
Professional liability insurance is available on a per claim basis. This means that the policy covers each individual claim made against the insured, regardless of the number of claims made during the policy period. This is different from per occurrence coverage, which only covers claims arising from a single incident or occurrence. With per claim coverage, the insured is protected against multiple claims that may arise from different incidents or occurrences.
5.
True or false? Every year Woolpert experiences more claims than the previous year.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The number of claims typically vary by year.
6.
Woolpert can agree to name our clients as an additional insured on the following policy:
Correct Answer
D. Commercial general liability
Explanation
Woolpert can agree to name our clients as an additional insured on the Commercial General Liability policy. This means that our clients will have coverage for any claims or damages arising from their involvement with Woolpert's services. The Commercial General Liability policy provides broad coverage for a variety of risks, such as bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury. By naming our clients as additional insured, they will have the same level of protection as Woolpert under this policy.
7.
A bid bond is intended to cover:
Correct Answer
C. The client’s costs to re-bid or choose the next higher contractor if the original contractor refuses to sign a contract
Explanation
A bid bond is a type of surety bond that is provided by a contractor as a guarantee to the client that they will enter into a contract if their bid is accepted. The purpose of the bid bond is to protect the client from financial loss in the event that the original contractor refuses to sign a contract. In such a situation, the client may incur costs to re-bid or choose the next higher contractor. Therefore, the bid bond is intended to cover the client's costs in this scenario.
8.
True or false? Woolpert’s automobile insurance covers employees driving from their home to their office.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Woolpert's automobile insurance does not cover employees driving from their home to their office. This means that if an employee gets into an accident during their commute, they will not be covered by the company's insurance policy. It is important for employees to have their own personal automobile insurance to ensure they are protected during their commute.
9.
If an employee from Woolpert accidently cuts down a tree while performing a site observation or survey, what policy would provide coverage (assuming the damage is in excess of Woolpert’s deductible):
Correct Answer
D. Commercial general liability
Explanation
Commercial general liability insurance provides coverage for third-party bodily injury or property damage caused by the business operations. In this scenario, if an employee accidentally cuts down a tree while performing a site observation or survey, the damage would be considered as property damage. Therefore, commercial general liability insurance would provide coverage for the damage caused by the employee's actions.
10.
Woolpert’s professional liability policy is what type of policy:
Correct Answer
C. Practice
Explanation
Woolpert's professional liability policy is categorized as a "practice" policy. This type of policy is specifically designed to provide coverage for professionals, such as architects, engineers, and consultants, who may face claims or lawsuits arising from their professional services. It typically covers errors, omissions, negligence, and other professional liabilities that may occur during the course of their practice. This type of policy is essential for professionals to protect themselves and their businesses from potential financial losses and legal expenses.
11.
An OCP policy stands for:
Correct Answer
C. Owner’s and Contractor’s Protective
Explanation
An OCP policy, also known as Owner's and Contractor's Protective policy, is a type of insurance coverage that provides protection to both the owner and contractor involved in a construction project. This policy is designed to cover the owner and contractor against any liability claims arising from the project, such as property damage, bodily injury, or negligence. It is important for both parties to have this policy in place to ensure that they are adequately protected in case of any unforeseen events or accidents during the construction process.
12.
Woolpert’s professional liability insurance has an initial deductible of:
Correct Answer
B. $500,000
Explanation
Woolpert's professional liability insurance has an initial deductible of $500,000. This means that if Woolpert needs to make a claim on their insurance policy, they will have to pay the first $500,000 of the claim themselves before the insurance coverage kicks in. This high deductible amount suggests that Woolpert's insurance policy is designed to cover major losses or claims rather than smaller ones.
13.
True or false? Bonds are a form of insurance.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Bonds are not insurance. If a bonding company pays out, the bonding company will require reimbursement from Woolpert.
14.
What are the three types of bonds that Woolpert has generally obtained:
Correct Answer
A. Bid, performance, and payment
Explanation
Woolpert generally obtains three types of bonds: bid, performance, and payment. Bid bonds are used to ensure that if a contractor wins a bid, they will enter into a contract and provide the required performance and payment bonds. Performance bonds guarantee that the contractor will complete the project according to the contract terms, while payment bonds ensure that subcontractors and suppliers are paid for their work and materials.
15.
True or false? Woolpert’s claim history is not consistent with Woolpert’s growth.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The statement "Woolpert’s claim history is not consistent with Woolpert’s growth" is false. This means that Woolpert's claim history is consistent with its growth. In other words, Woolpert's growth is reflected in its claim history.
16.
Which service line has not been involved with litigation during the period of 1990 thru 2008:
Correct Answer
B. EIM
Explanation
The service line that has not been involved with litigation during the period of 1990 thru 2008 is EIM.
17.
The majority of Woolpert’s professional liability claims are made by:
Correct Answer
B. Third parties
Explanation
Woolpert's professional liability claims are primarily made by third parties. This suggests that these claims are not typically initiated by the clients themselves or by subconsultants, but rather by individuals or organizations who are not directly involved in the contractual relationship with Woolpert. This could include individuals who have been affected by the actions or negligence of Woolpert's employees or subcontractors, or entities who have suffered financial or reputational harm as a result of Woolpert's work.
18.
The costs of defending claims includes:
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the costs of defending claims include settlement costs, which are the expenses incurred to resolve the claim outside of court. It also includes staff downtime, which refers to the time and productivity lost by employees involved in the defense process. Additionally, attorney's fees are part of the costs as they are the charges for legal representation during the defense. Therefore, all three options mentioned in the question are valid components of the costs of defending claims.
19.
The following should be reported to Woolpert’s In-House legal counsel immediately:
Correct Answer
D. Only (A) and (C)
Explanation
The correct answer is "Only (A) and (C)". This means that the items that should be reported to Woolpert's In-House legal counsel immediately are claims and incidents. Addendum requests do not need to be reported.
20.
True or false? Endorsements to policies are only intended to add to the standard coverage.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Endorsements can add or subtract from the standard coverage.
21.
True or false? The limit of liability on an insurance policy represents the maximum amount of damages that an insured can be held liable for.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
The limit of liability on an insurance policy represents that maximum amount of monetary coverage that the insurer will pay out on the policy. It has nothing to do with the insured’s liability.
22.
A waiver of subrogation on workers' compensation is not permitted in what State?
Correct Answer
B. Ohio
Explanation
In Ohio, a waiver of subrogation on workers' compensation is not permitted. This means that employers in Ohio cannot waive their right to seek reimbursement from a third party responsible for an employee's injury or illness. This is different from North Carolina and Colorado, where such waivers are allowed. Therefore, the correct answer is Ohio.
23.
True or false? Rental cars retained by employees in the course of business for Woolpert are covered under Woolpert’s commercial general liability policy.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
Rental cars retained by employees in the course of business are covered under Woolpert’s automobile liability policy.
24.
True or false? Professional liability policies written on a project basis are intended to help remove exposure from an underlying practice policy.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Professional liability policies written on a project basis are intended to help remove exposure from an underlying practice policy. This means that if a professional is working on a specific project, having a professional liability policy specifically for that project can help protect them from any claims or lawsuits related to that project. By having a separate policy for each project, the exposure is removed from the overall practice policy, ensuring that claims related to one project do not affect the coverage and premiums of other projects. Therefore, the statement "True" is the correct answer.
25.
True or false? Builder’s risk insurance is the typical policy under which construction projects are insured.
Correct Answer
A. True
Explanation
Builder's risk insurance is a type of insurance policy that is specifically designed to cover construction projects. It provides coverage for damage or loss to the project during the construction phase. This insurance typically covers the structure being built, as well as materials, equipment, and fixtures on-site. Therefore, it is accurate to say that builder's risk insurance is the typical policy under which construction projects are insured.
26.
True or false? Insurance provided on a per occurrence basis means that the insurance policy in place at the time the claim was filed will respond.
Correct Answer
B. False
Explanation
On a per occurrence basis, the insurance policy in place at the time of the original event giving rise to the claim is the policy that will respond, even if the event occurred two years prior and you have since switched insurance. A per claim policy only responds to claims filed during the calendar year of the policy, regardless that the original event giving rise to the claim occurred two years prior when you had different insurance.
27.
CWoolpert’s umbrella/excess liability insurance extends coverage for which of the following policies: I. Workers compensation, II. Commercial general liability, III. Professional liability, and/or IV. Automobile liability. Choose an answer from the following options:
Correct Answer
B. II and IV
Explanation
Woolpert's umbrella/excess liability insurance extends coverage for Commercial general liability (II) and Automobile liability (IV) policies. This means that if there are any excess claims or damages beyond the coverage limits of these policies, Woolpert's umbrella/excess liability insurance will provide additional coverage.