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Court Differentiates Vandalism from Theft in First Party Insurance Policy

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The Court considered whether the Plaintiffs’ loss was caused by theft or vandalism, as neither term was defined in the policy. On November 20, 2021, after the home was vacant for an extended period of time, unidentified individuals broke into and damaged Plaintiffs’ property, taking various items. Allstate Vehicle & Prop.

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What is a Loss History Report?

TGS

What if that charming house has a history of costly water damage, roof issues, or even fire damage? This is where a loss history report comes inits like a propertys report card for past insurance claims. A loss history report provides a record of insurance claims filed on a property, typically over the past five to seven years.

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Why Museums Should Buy a Stand-Alone Fine Art & Collectibles Policy

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The policy covers the following: Direct Physical Loss or Damage : This includes accidental damage, vandalism, fire, theft, natural disasters, and other unexpected incidents. For example, a sculpture damaged during a public event or a painting harmed in transit for an exhibition would be covered with a stand-alone policy.

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

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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. What Kinds of Claims Get Made in Apartment Buildings As a team, weve seen all kinds of claims related to apartment buildings.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Commercial Property Insurance

Protect Commercial Insurance

Image courtesy: Unsplash Definition and Overview Commercial property insurance is a type of insurance designed to protect your business premises and the contents within from loss or damage. This type of policy covers a wide array of potential hazards, including fire, theft, vandalism, and certain natural disasters.

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Renovations and Home Insurance: What You Need to Know

Boyle Agency Insurance

Failing to do so could leave your home underinsured in the event of a claim. It provides coverage for property damage and theft of building materials during the renovation process. A safe renovation environment can help prevent liability claims on your insurance.

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Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Without the right coverage, unforeseen challenges—such as property damage, employee injuries, or legal issues—could put your investment at risk. Key policies to review and update include: Commercial Property Insurance to protect your new location against physical damage from fire, vandalism, theft, or natural disasters.