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Insurer Says Pollution Exclusion Sinks Coverage for Pool Chemical Injuries

Insurance Journal

A commercial general liability policy with a pollution exclusion does not protect a Virginia homeowners association from lawsuits filed by swimmers alleging they were injured by chemicals discharged into the community pool. That is the argument made by Philadelphia Indemnity …

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Can Comp-Exempt Sub Owner Sue Contractor for Work Injury? Miss. Court Says ‘No’

Insurance Journal

It’s a question that has cropped up in state courts only on rare occasions: If the owner or officer of a subcontractor firm opts out of workers’ compensation coverage for himself, can he then sue the general contractor for negligence …

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New Triple-I Issue Brief Puts the Spotlight on Georgia’s Insurance Affordability Crisis

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

Injury claim severity in the state is slightly higher than in the rest of the country. Property damage liability claims per 100 insured vehicles are 15 percent higher, and relative body injury claims frequency is 60 percent higher. Data indicates that litigation costs have become a pervasive concern for risk management.

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How Do You Know What Commercial Insurance Products Your Business May Benefit From?

Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

At Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, we provide businesses in the greater Plano, TX area with various commercial insurance products. So, how do you determine which commercial insurance products will best protect your business? The post How Do You Know What Commercial Insurance Products Your Business May Benefit From?

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One Dead, Two Hurt After Tyson Foods Plant Fire in Georgia

Insurance Journal

ATLANTA (AP) A woman died and two other people were hospitalized with injuries after a fire at a Tyson Foods plant in southwest Georgia, state officials said Friday. A wall fell on the cab of an 18-wheel truck parked …

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Commercial Insurance: Protect Your Business During Economic Uncertainty

Protect Commercial Insurance

This is where commercial insurance comes into play. Designed to protect your business from unforeseen risks, commercial insurance can offer the peace of mind you need to focus on what truly matters—growing your business and serving your clients. Types of Commercial Insurance Commercial insurance isn’t just a one-size-fits-all solution.

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5 workplace safety tips to implement this year.

Frankenmuth Insurance

Wellness programs reinforce healthy habits and can reduce the risk of workplace injuries and illnesses. Provide regular training sessions to new hires and current employees and reinforce it with periodic refreshers. Implement a workplace wellness program.

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