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Court Permits Parties to Cure Defective Diversity Jurisdiction in Suit Against Underwriters at Lloyd’s

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s, London, et al. 2024), to preserve diversity jurisdiction, the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York permitted a plaintiff insured to drop non-diverse, dispensable defendant Underwriters at Lloyd’s, London (“Underwriters”) which subscribed to a commercial property insurance policy.

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Does a sagging floor constitute a “collapse”? Court finds ambiguity in “collapse.”

The Property Insurance Law Observer

2024), the District Court of Massachusetts found that “collapse” provisions within a commercial property policy were ambiguous where a floor merely sagged without completely falling to the ground. Even though the floor had partially detached from the property’s exterior wall, it remained standing. In Life Skills, Inc.

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Understanding Multi-Family Property Insurance in California.

Jackson & Jackson

Multi-unit commercial properties in California offer investors the potential for significant returns. Investors must understand the importance of securing comprehensive commercial property insurance coverage to protect their investments. It covers property damage, loss of income, liability claims, etc.

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Emerging Property Insurance Trends 2024

Property Insurance Centre

Outdated property valuations result in underinsured properties. Weather Conditions and Natural Disasters Since 1980, there have been 360 weather- and climate-related natural catastrophes , resulting in damages and costs of over $2.57 Insureds are facing substantial property losses, leading to increased financial burdens.

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Alabama: A Broker’s Guide 

Distinguished

This includes projects that involve: Betterments Renovations New Construction We also insure a variety of building types, including single-family homes , mixed-use buildings , and commercial properties. Our program also offers your clients general liability insurance, which can help cover legal costs that can occur on work sites. 

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Michigan: Online Quotes, Coverages, and Costs 

Distinguished

Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk Program covers all kinds of buildings in Michigan, including single-family homes , mixed-use buildings , and commercial properties. One-Stop Shop: Our coverage options span the full spectrum of construction projects, from residential to commercial and mixed-use developments. 

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Builder’s Risk Insurance in Tennessee: A Broker’s Guide 

Distinguished

Whether it’s a construction project for a single-family home , a mixed-use building , or a commercial property, Distinguished’s Builder’s Risk Program has got it covered. Vandalism : Intentional damage to the job site by third parties, including things like broken glass or graffiti.

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