The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 1, 2024

23, 2024), the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts held that the term “surface waters,” as used in a limitation contained in commercial property insurance policies, was ambiguous in the context of rainwater accumulating on roofs, thereby finding coverage for the insured.

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Jackson & Jackson

MAY 22, 2024

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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The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 22, 2024

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. During the policy period, the insured’s floor “sunk” between eight to 12 inches.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 4, 2024

This is a significant concern as it leaves property owners vulnerable to potential financial losses in the event of a claim. Furthermore, underinsurance can result in delayed or denied claims, leaving property owners in a difficult situation.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

JUNE 13, 2024

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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Property Insurance Centre

MAY 20, 2024

Consequences of Underinsurance In the event of a claim on the block insurance policy , the insurer or its appointed loss adjuster may check to see that the Declared Value is adequate. If it is not, they may rely upon a clause within the insurance policy called Average, Average Condition, or Underinsurance.

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Risk Management Monitor

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

One of the first steps in obtaining commercial property insurance is to determine the value of the property being insured. The reported property value will drive premium amounts and, importantly, represents the property loss exposure. The accuracy of this approach will diminish over time.

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Property Insurance Centre

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Make sure you have a current valid electrical certificate in place (where applicable) – Apart from being a legal requirement in the case of a Commercial Property, it is now a pre-requisite that you have one in place for insurers. Getting an alarm will often be a deterrent in the first instance.

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Cover4LetProperty

APRIL 16, 2024

They can range from individual property owners to those who own multiple rental properties as part of their investment portfolio. Corporate landlords: These are companies or organisations that own and manage rental properties on a larger scale. They may own residential properties, commercial properties, or a combination of both.

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Property Insurance Centre

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Accidental damage is not usually covered by a normal building insurance policy. These can be added to your policy for an additional premium. Exclusions Building insurance policies will have exclusions, which are specific events or circumstances that are not covered by your policy.

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Jackson & Jackson

APRIL 28, 2024

Ensure your policy covers replacement costs rather than actual cash value, as this accounts for the depreciation of your assets. Mistake 2: Overlooking Additional Necessary Coverages Standard property insurance policies do not cover everything. It’s essential to know what is and isn’t covered.

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Distinguished

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

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. When a project is under construction or renovation, your clients are likely not covered by their homeowner’s insurance or business insurance.

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Property Insurance Centre

AUGUST 28, 2024

Corner Shop Insurance and BT Redcare Alarm changes Business Owners who have corner shop insurance are all to aware of the benefits an appropriate intruder alarm system will have, both in relation to their insurance premiums (or in being given an insurance policy at all in some cases) and to the physical security of their goods.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 30, 2024

Freehold Block of Flats Insurance: Top Cover Tips If you own a freehold block of flats , it’s crucial to have the right insurance coverage to protect your investment. Standard home insurance policies may not provide adequate protection for the unique risks associated with a block of flats.

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Property Insurance Centre

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Whether you have an adverse claims history, a high value property or a large portfolio of properties, we can source suitable cover for you. Whatever your requirements, we can tailor a specialist property insurance policy to suit your exact needs and provide you with a range of quotes to choose from.

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 21, 2024

Whether you have an adverse claims history, a high value property or a large portfolio of properties, we can source suitable cover for you. Whatever your requirements, we can tailor a specialist property insurance policy to suit your exact needs and provide you with a range of quotes to choose from.

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Property Insurance Centre

AUGUST 8, 2024

Whether you have an adverse claims history, a high value property or a large portfolio of properties, we can source suitable cover for you. Whatever your requirements, we can tailor a specialist property insurance policy to suit your exact needs and provide you with a range of quotes to choose from.

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LexisNexis

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Disaster Management Guidance (Commercial Real Property Owners) Key considerations for real property owners, managers, and governing bodies in preparing for and responding to both natural and human-created disasters including casualty loss, natural disaster, cyberattack, and criminal or terrorist act.

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Property Insurance Centre

MARCH 19, 2024

One effective way insurers can contribute to consumer education is by including educational materials with insurance policies. Furthermore, it is essential for policyholders to understand the role of flood insurance and the specific documentation requirements associated with it.

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 30, 2024

Whether you have an adverse claims history, a high value property or a large portfolio of properties, we can source suitable cover for you. Whatever your requirements, we can tailor a specialist property insurance policy to suit your exact needs and provide you with a range of quotes to choose from.

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Risk Management Monitor

AUGUST 9, 2022

As companies assess their natural disaster preparedness, there are some proactive measures that should be taken specifically for hail to leave organizations best positioned for any resulting insurance claims. Let’s say you operate a business in Plano, Texas, and have a commercial property policy with a renewal date of January 1, 2022.

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