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Insurance Considerations When Expanding Your Business to a New Location

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Commercial Liability Insurance to protect against claims related to third-party injuries or property damage. Inland Marine Insurance to cover heavy equipment or machinery. If youre leasing, your landlord may require proof of coverage before signing a contract. Workers Compensation Insurance to cover employee injuries on the job.

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What is a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Insurance?

Distinguished

Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. Claims handling: Brokers generally refer clients to insurers for claims support, whereas some MGAs have the authority to manage claims directly.

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

Distinguished

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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Distinguished Programs Appoints Ashley Mehyo as VP of Claims for Fine Art and Collectibles Program 

Distinguished

NEW YORK – Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a national insurance program manager , is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Mehyo as Vice President of Claims for its Fine Art and Collectibles program. In her new role, Ashley will lead all aspects of the claims function for the Fine Art and Collectibles insurance group.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Commercial Property Insurance

Protect Commercial Insurance

Awareness in this area can prevent nasty surprises when you attempt to make a claim: – Flood Damage : Often requires separate coverage or endorsements, especially in flood-prone areas. – Inland Marine Insurance : Valuable for businesses frequently moving goods and equipment across locations.

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Distinguished Programs Partners with Johnsonese Brokerage LLC as the Preferred Insurance Provider for New Music Chicago

Distinguished

Our specialized coverage and claims expertise are designed to meet the unique needs of musicians, protecting their livelihoods and creative work. Musical instruments carry both personal and artistic value, often becoming extensions of their owners creativity.

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Distinguished Launches Fine Art & Collectibles Insurance for Personal Collections in California with $125M Capacity and Earthquake Coverage

Distinguished

” The Fine Art & Collectibles program provides tailored solutions, including primary and excess risk options, seamless claims handling, and specialized services such as collection management and preservation advice. Property and Liability products are distributed through a national network of agents and brokers.