When does the ‘contingency fee’ become permissible?
To decide whether ‘contingency fee’ practice may be allowed or not, the…
How does NSPE address the issue of ‘Contingency Fee’?
NSPE has addressed this issue as follows: “An engineer shall not request,…
What is your understanding of Contingency Fees?
Contingency fee is dependent on some specific conditions beyond normal, satisfactory performance…
When consulting engineers reject competitive bidding, what can be the basis of their selection?
Consulting engineers, in the absence of competitive bidding can be selected only…
Why was Competitive Bidding prohibited earlier and then why was it approved by courts?
Competitive bidding was prohibited for quite some time due to the following…
What are the norms to be followed by ethical consultants in advertising?
• Generally consumer products can be advertised suppressing the negative aspects and even…
When is advertising considered to be deceptive?
Example 1: A consulting firm played actually a very minor role in a…
‘Advertising, once thought to be unprofessional has now been accepted by law’ – Explain.
Before 1976, advertising was thought to be ‘unprofessional’, in U.S.A. The state…
What are the major areas of work for engineer consultants?
1. Advertising 2. Competitive bidding 3. Contingency fees 4. Safety and client needs
What is the nature of work for Engineers as Consulting Engineers?
• Consulting engineers work in private practice. • They earn by getting their fee…
