Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

A Colorado man was charged with arson after an investigation into a wildfire this summer that destroyed 29 homes and caused more than $30 million in property damage, authorities said. Jason Alexander Hobby, 49, was arrested last week, Larimer County …

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

American Guarantee and Liability Insurance Company , the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts held that a loose bolt or fitting that could be remedied simply by tightening it did not constitute “direct physical loss of or damage” to equipment covered under an all-risk property insurance policy. [1]

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 18, 2024

A federal court recently held that an insurer could not deny coverage under a homeowner’s policy based upon the failure of the named insured’s son, an “insured person,” to submit to an examination under oath (“EUO”). Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Company , Civil Action No. In Michelle Adeola v.

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Jackson & Jackson

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Ensuring your business has the right insurance policies is not just a smart decision—it’s essential for long-term success. Here are the top 6 insurance policies every IT business in California should have to safeguard their operations. General Liability Insurance Even in a digital world, physical risks exist.

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Whether you run a landscaping service in the summer, a ski rental shop in the winter, or a holiday-themed retail store, your business has unique insurance needs that differ from typical year-round operations. To protect your livelihood and manage costs effectively, it’s essential to optimize your business insurance coverage.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

MAY 30, 2024

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on essential business insurance. In this article, we will explore different types of insurance coverage that can help safeguard your business from property damage, liability claims, cyber threats, and more.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

OCTOBER 9, 2024

GeoVera Specialty Insurance Company (2024 WL 3952571), the court affirmed that unambiguous policy limits remain enforceable even when an appraisal award exceeds those limits. This decision provides valuable guidance for insurers handling post-catastrophe claims. The appraisal award exceeded the policy limits for certain items.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

MAY 24, 2024

While you may have the basic insurance policies in place, such as property and general liability insurance, there are several other essential insurance policies that you might be overlooking. In this article, we will explore five often overlooked insurance policies that can provide valuable coverage for your business.

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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. 2024 WL 2830909, (S.D.N.Y.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Introduction When it comes to protecting your property, the type of insurance you choose can make a big difference. Whether you’re a landlord with several rental properties or a homeowner looking to safeguard your family home, understanding your insurance needs is essential. Who Needs Landlord Insurance?

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 21, 2024

Aspray, a leading property damage claims management company, can act on your behalf when you need to make a claim. Aspray’s repeat win is a reflection of their unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch service to their clients, ensuring that they receive the best possible outcome in times of property damage.

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Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

MAY 27, 2024

Commercial insurance is vital for protecting business property, assets, and operations from various risks and liabilities around Plano, TX. Commercial Insurance Information Commercial insurance consists of policies to safeguard businesses when financial losses are inevitable.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Introduction Navigating the world of commercial insurance can feel a bit like wandering through a maze, with myths lurking around every corner. In this blog, we’ve set out to debunk some of the most common insurance myths. In this blog, we’ve set out to debunk some of the most common insurance myths.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 1, 2024

In Zurich American Insurance Company v. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. Background The insurers issued commercial property policies that provided coverage for a hospital. As a result of a storm, rainwater accumulated on multiple roof areas, and eventually seeped inside, causing damage to the building and property within.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 25, 2024

March 11, 2024), the Court determined that the plaintiff property owner, as an additional insured, was not entitled to the same insurance coverage as the named insured where the builder’s risk policy limited the scope of recovery for soft costs and rental income. of America , 2024 WL 1050117 (E.D.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Introduction Running a business comes with its fair share of expenses, and one of those is commercial insurance. This guide will teach you practical ways to save money on your commercial insurance. It provides protection against a plethora of risks, including property damage, liability claims, theft, and even employee injuries.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 22, 2024

Harleysville Insurance Company , 2024 WL 3792261 (D. 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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The Property Insurance Law Observer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Liberty Mutual Insurance Company , the U.S. Court of Appeals reviewed a summary judgment ruling in favor of co-defendant West American Insurance Company (“West American”), issued by the U.S. The 6th Circuit held that the property policy’s cosmetic damage exclusion applied to bar coverage because the insured, J&S Welding, Inc.

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Cover4LetProperty

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

As far as mortgage lenders and insurers are concerned, however, there is a world of difference. Insurance The distinction drawn by mortgage lenders is one that is also followed by insurers – the risks and perils to which an owner-occupied home is exposed and those of tenanted premises are significantly different.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

JULY 26, 2024

Welcome to our blog post on how to maximise your business growth by securing the right commercial tailors insurance. In this article, we will provide you with four essential tips to help you understand your coverage needs, find the best rates, review and update your policy regularly, and work with an experienced insurance broker.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Introduction When it comes to safeguarding your business, selecting the right insurance policy is crucial. Let’s explore the pivotal questions to ask when choosing your business insurance coverage. By recognising these risks, you root your insurance decisions in the real needs of your business.

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Cover4LetProperty

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The principal costs of running your buy to let business are likely to include the mortgage repayments (typically, in the case of buy to let mortgages, these are likely to be interest-only mortgages), the cost of repairs and maintenance, any letting agent’s fees, and landlords’ insurance. Do I need landlord’s insurance?

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Cover4LetProperty

AUGUST 23, 2022

Buy to let property insurance (also known as landlord insurance) is cover specifically designed to protect the principal assets of a buy to let business. Most important of all, once you cross that boundary into letting your home, or any part of it, your insurance requirements automatically change too.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

29, 2024)), the Court determined that the term “windstorm” was ambiguous as utilized in the subject insurance policy. The insureds suffered property damage caused by a tornado and subsequently submitted a claim to their insurer. —Dallas Jan. Several statutes refer to windstorms and tornadoes as distinct risks: Tex.

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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. Accounting for new assets is a straightforward process of addition.

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Cover4LetProperty

AUGUST 15, 2022

If you are a landlord, then like a lot of people, you probably regard the cost of insurance as an inevitable and necessary expense – but, at the same time, you’ll want to keep the cost of it as low as possible. To be on the lookout for what you consider is cheap landlords’ insurance, therefore, is in many ways only quite natural.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 4, 2024

26, 2024), the Western District of Washington considered competing motions for partial summary judgment in a property damage case involving a winter storm, where large amounts of rain and melted snow backed the drain up and the force of the water pushed through the exterior door causing damage to the entire basement level.

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Cover4LetProperty

JANUARY 2, 2024

To understand how you might get the most appropriate cover for your let property, it might be helpful to recap the difference between buy to let insurance and standard home insurance. Quite simply, properties that have been bought to let are quite different to those occupied by their owner.

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Bankers Insurance

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Property damage: Burst pipes and malfunctioning sprinkler systems can result in substantial water damage to a building’s structure, interior, and equipment, incurring significant repair costs. For more information, contact your Bankers Insurance agent. Not a client of ours? Let us compete for your business!

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 1, 2024

GLOSTER, Miss. (AP) AP) — This southern Mississippi town’s expansive wood pellet plant was so close to Shelia Mae Dobbins’ home that she sometimes heard company loudspeakers. She says industrial residues coated her truck and she no longer enjoys spending time …

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