Insurance Journal

APRIL 3, 2025

BOSTON (AP) A box truck crashed into a building Tuesday afternoon in Boston’s Chinatown neighborhood and hit several pedestrians before flipping onto its side, city officials said. The driver and five others were injured in what authorities said appears …

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Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The managing general agency model is attracting a number of ambitious underwriters keen to step away from established insurers to build nimble, specialized, and client-focused MGAs. For many, launching an MGA is a chance to offer a more tailored approach …

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 28, 2025

MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc. announced it will merge two of its non-life insurance company subsidiaries Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Co. The aim of the merger is to build a more robust …

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Central Insurance

APRIL 14, 2025

Metalworking helps support nearly every facet of our lives, from essential tools and appliances to construction projects like buildings and bridges to the […] The post 6 Must-Have Insurance Coverages For Your Metalworking Manufacturing Business appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 23, 2025

Insurance professionals can build trust and communicate effectively with smaller enterprises by focusing on personalized service, clear marketing, and understanding their niche needs. Establishing trust with small business clients is key to maintaining their loyalty over time. Communicate Clearly Small …

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In an unassuming white and blue office building in Freeport, a few miles into Nassau County, sits the headquarters of American Transit Insurance Co. The 52-year-old, family-owned firm is hardly a household name, but it’s vital to how New Yorkers …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Resilience extends beyond individual buildings and cities; it requires a regional and national approach to infrastructure development. Stakeholders within the insurance industry have rightfully been calling for more leadership … The post Where Is the National Plan for Structural Resiliency?

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 2, 2024

Ryan Specialty, a publicly traded provider of specialty products for insurance agents, brokers and carriers, has agreed to buy US Assure Insurance Services of Florida, a company specializing in builder’s risk insurance. Based in Jacksonville and founded in 1977, US …

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 6, 2024

The US Congress passed the Coastal Barrier Resources Act in 1982 to preserve relatively undeveloped waterfront areas as natural buffer zones. At least 1.4 million acres along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts were made ineligible for the kind of federal …

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 28, 2024

I recently watched the new movie Twisters starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, which gives viewers a fantastic and frightening look at the damage tornadoes and severe weather can cause to American communities. Early in the film, storm chaser/scientist Javi, …

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Distinguished

MARCH 20, 2025

From devastating floods to slip-and-fall lawsuits, insuring apartment buildings is no simple task. And with rising property values, more frequent catastrophic weather events, and emerging risks like habitability claims, its never been more critical to help your clients navigate their insurance options.

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Central Insurance

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Are you sure your business is adequately insured? From building coverage to asset protection, we're breaking down the essentials every small business owner needs to know. The post What Building Insurance Do I Need for My Business? appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 6, 2025

Inside faceless office buildings scattered around London, a niche corner of the insurance market is keeping hundreds of billions of dollars in commodity trade moving through some of the world’s most dangerous waters. As conflicts rage in the Middle East …

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

The landlord for a fire-damaged building leased to a Red Lobster restaurant is blaming the restaurant’s insurer for causing it to lose out on $1.2 million in fire insurance claims payments to repair the property. RL New Brunswick Owner LLC, …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 16, 2024

Lemonade, the New York-based insurtech, announced the launch of buildings and contents insurance in the United Kingdom in partnership with insurer Aviva. Expanding the company’s home insurance offerings in the UK, homeowners can now purchase extensive coverage for their home …

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Insurance Journal

JULY 11, 2024

A new Vermont-based captive insurer is promising to provide insurance for New York affordable rental housing buildings at a time when advocates say coverage is difficult to afford or obtain. The Milford Street Association Captive Insurance Co. will be owned …

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Redbird Agents

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Recruitment: The Backbone of the Insurance Industry Insurance recruiting is more than a necessity—it’s a strategy. But insurance recruiting isn’t without challenges. Partner with an insurance recruiting firm that specializes in executive search for roles requiring niche skill sets and deep industry knowledge.

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Top Insurance Blogs

APRIL 15, 2025

As someone who started in software development and fintech before pivoting to insurance marketing in Germany, Ive seen firsthand how digital solutions are revolutionizing how insurers and clients interact. Among the most powerful innovations in recent years is the health insurance mobile app.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

Earlier this month wind damaged the iconic Apex pyramid building in Pawtucket Rhode Island prominently visible from Interstate 95. Now, the city of Pawtucket has removed the remaining exterior panels of the iconic structure, leaving only the skeletal frame. Removal …

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Empowering insurance professionals and entrepreneurs to build scalable, profitable, and enduring agencies with innovative tech, competitive economics, and world-class support. Orlando, FL, December 11, 2024 Renegade Insurance proudly announces the launch of its transformative agency franchise model, redefining the …

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

billion) of insured losses across Canada in just two months — more than any other summer on record. In July and August, a ballistic hailstorm tore through cars and buildings … An onslaught of four natural disasters caused C$7.1 billion ($5.3

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Coverage litigation is sometimes a game of interpreting the language of a complicated document, the insurance policy. Understand your Insurance Policy BetterRTFP! A recent … The post What is a Dwelling Structure or Not a Building Structure Under Homeowners Policy?

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 4, 2024

A new Vermont-based captive insurer is promising to provide insurance for New York affordable rental housing buildings at a time when advocates say coverage is difficult to afford or obtain. The Milford Street Association Captive Insurance Co. will be owned …

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Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 18, 2024

SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla. (AP) AP) Almost three dozen high-rise condos and luxury hotels along the beach in South Florida are sinking or settling in unexpected ways, in some cases because of nearby construction, according to a new study. The …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

OCTOBER 6, 2024

National flood insurance is unlike any other insurance. I have received numerous calls from furious Hurricane Helene policyholders after learning how little coverage is afforded for the non-elevated floor of a multi-story building under their flood insurance policies.

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Central Insurance

OCTOBER 10, 2024

As a homeowner, it’s important to ensure your contractor has the right pool insurance before diving into your pool construction. Learn how pool insurance safeguards your project and what to ask your contractor before work begins. The post Pool Insurance: What Coverage Should I Ensure My Contractor Has Before Building My Pool?

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 17, 2025

Two decades after its subsidiaries were deemed insolvent and 155 years after it was founded, one of the oldest insurance companies in the South has officially gone out of business. Seibels Bruce & Company’s 128,000-square-foot office building in Columbia, South …

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Neilson Marketing Services

JANUARY 30, 2025

The digital space is crowded, and insurance agencies are vying for attention in an industry where trust and expertise matter most. A well-crafted insurance agency website is an essential tool for building credibility, attracting potential clients, and converting leads. A one-size-fits-all approach to website content falls flat.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

the Bermuda-based re/insurer, announced … This edition of International People Moves details appointments at AXIS Capital Holdings and Lockton Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. AXIS Names White as Head of Aviation, Succeeding Wood AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd.,

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Insurance Journal

APRIL 7, 2025

Cattle Raisers Insurance, in partnership with Higginbotham, announced a new offering that provides qualified Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members with an exclusive 10% discount on Travelers property insurance coverage. The announcement builds on the recently launched partnership between …

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Solstice Insurance Broker

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

As an insurance broker, you have a special opportunity to let your clients know how much their loyalty and business mean to you. Valentines Day is just one of many opportunities to show gratitude to those you care about. By showing appreciation, you not only strengthen your current relationships but also attract new ones.

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Insurance Journal

JULY 26, 2024

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara said on Friday that he and the California Fair Plan have agreed to establishing a new high value commercial coverage option with limits up to $20 million per building and other steps that he said …

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Central Insurance

AUGUST 7, 2024

The post Examples of Hazards on Construction Sites and How to Build a Safety Culture appeared first on Central Insurance Blog. From wearing PPE to conducting regular inspections, discover how to protect your team through a culture of safety.

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PSM Brokerage

JANUARY 31, 2025

Introducing Life Insurance 101: A Turn-Key Presentation for Agents At PSM Brokerage , we know that educating clients about life insurance can sometimes be challenging. What Is Life Insurance 101? Life Insurance 101 is fully customizable! Saves Time No need to build a presentation from scratch. Its ready to go!

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

A judge in a Mississippi case 1 recently ordered the parties to appraisal, noting: The lawsuit concerns only property insurance coverage for buildings, referenced as the ‘A1 coverage,’ … The post Are Insurers Using “New Construction” Xactimate Settings Wrongfully Underpaying Claims?

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Insurance Journal

JULY 23, 2024

The highest court in Massachusetts has ruled that rainwater accumulation on roofs of buildings does not constitute “surface waters” within the meaning of “flood” in property insurance policies. The court found that the term “surface waters” in policies is ambiguous …

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Neilson Marketing Services

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Your insurance website can look great, but it still may not do the job. For retail insurance brokers and MGAs, a well-built insurance website isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about credibility, generating leads, and staying competitive. It can be difficult to wrap your arms around the intricacies of digital marketing.

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