Description

Professional liability issues have dogged auditors for decades. Today's auditors face malpractice risks from contingency fees business litigators, regulators, investors, lenders and clients. This session addresses the most frequent causes of action and the strategies to employ in addressing professional liability risks. Topics include the most recent major cases, significant lessons learned from impactful court decisions, trends in plaintiff strategies and disciplinary actions used in civil actions.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify Situations Most Likely to Result in Professional Liability Claim
• Understand Recent Court Rulings in Auditor Liability Cases
• Develop Strategies to Reduce Professional Liability Risk

Speaker(s):

• Steven Platau, CPA, Florida Member of the Florida Bar, Professor of Accounting, The University of Tampa

Category: Early Riser (Onsite and Online)