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Major Florida Grower to Build New Home Development After Ending Citrus Operations

Insurance Journal

AP) One of Florida’s biggest citrus growers plans to build a 3,000-acre (1,200 hectare) community in southwest Florida, just months after announcing it was abandoning its citrus-growing operations at the end of this year’s season. FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) Alico, …

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Squishmallows Maker Can Sue Build-A-Bear Over Alleged Plush Toy Knockoffs

Insurance Journal

judge rejected Build-A-Bear Workshop’s effort to dismiss a lawsuit claiming that its Skoosherz plush toys were unauthorized knockoffs of Squishmallows, the popular plush toys made by a unit of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway. In a decision on Monday, …

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Tampa Bay Rays Are Cleared to Stay in St. Petersburg, Build New Ballpark

Insurance Journal

The Tampa Bay Rays received final approval Tuesday for their proposal to build a new ballpark in St. Petersburg, Florida, capping a years-long process that had clouded the future of the Major League Baseball team. The Pinellas County Commission voted …

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Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Client’s Investments With the Right Coverage

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From devastating floods to slip-and-fall lawsuits, insuring apartment buildings is no simple task. In this guide, we break down the key coverages every apartment building owner needs, highlight common claims, and show you how to offer tailored solutions that keep your clients protected in an ever-changing market.

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People Moves: Mosaic Builds Out Environmental Liability Team With 13 US Hires

Insurance Journal

Mosaic, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, has added 13 U.S. environmental risk specialists to its team. Team members include Assistant Vice President Iraj Dehnavi, Senior Vice President Maureen Domenicone, Vice President Patrick Enderlin, Senior Vice President Patrick Grassl, Senior Vice President …

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How a Liability Claim Can Ruin Your Business – And How to Protect Yourself

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How a Liability Claim Can Ruin Your Business And How to Protect Yourself No matter how well you run your business, a single liability claim can have devastating consequences. Whether you’re a small business owner, contractor, or entrepreneur, understanding liability risks is crucial for survival.

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Why Asbestos Is Still Being Found in Some Cosmetics

Insurance Journal

Asbestos, a notorious carcinogen, was in widespread use throughout the 20th century – from building materials to brake pads and even fake snow on film sets including The Wizard of Oz and White Christmas. In the 1960s, a link was …

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