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What is a “Dwelling” “Structure” or Not a “Building Structure” Under Homeowners Policy? Policy Definitions and Reading the Full Policy Are Keys to Finding Coverage

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Coverage litigation is sometimes a game of interpreting the language of a complicated document, the insurance policy. This post is a reminder to study When Words Collide: Policy Interpretation Doctrines and the 10 Commandments. Understand your Insurance Policy BetterRTFP!

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Boeing Dismantles DEI Team as Pressure Builds on New CEO

Insurance Journal

has dismantled its global diversity, equity and inclusion department, making it the latest high-profile corporation to make changes to its DEI policy as its new top leader oversees a broader revamp of the company’s workforce. Staff from Boeing’s …

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Is terrorism covered under an Australian home and contents policy?

Prof. Allan Manning

Last week I posted an article in regard to terrorism coverage under commercial property, and/or business interruption policies. In a day or two I will address Strata and after than residential landlord policies, and finally private motor. I also touched on commercial liability coverage. ” [ emphasis mine] 1. .

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‘Surface Waters’ on Roof Are Not ‘Flood’ Waters, Massachusetts High Court Rules

Insurance Journal

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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Minneapolis to Overhaul Police Training After George Floyd’s Murder

Insurance Journal

The Minneapolis City Council this month approved an agreement with the federal government to overhaul the city’s police training and use-of-force policies in the wake of the murder of George Floyd. The deal incorporates and builds on changes the Minneapolis …

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Hurricane Helene Flood Insurance Claims and Elevated Building Issues? Refer to the Visual Flood Adjusters Use

Property Insurance Coverage Law

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. Refer to the Visual Flood Adjusters Use appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Pool Insurance: What Coverage Should I Ensure My Contractor Has Before Building My Pool?

Central Insurance

The post Pool Insurance: What Coverage Should I Ensure My Contractor Has Before Building My Pool? Learn how pool insurance safeguards your project and what to ask your contractor before work begins. appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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