Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 25, 2024

In the case of a Georgia-based sperm bank, it’s when the injured party sends the letter a date that came before the clearly worded policy … At what point does a demand from an injured party constitute an insurance claim?

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LexisNexis

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

8 Tips for Creating a Comprehensive AI Policy Legal experts caution that the decision to implement AI in the workplace should be a deliberate and careful one. The authors suggest that employers work with their legal team to create a comprehensive AI usage policy that sets the ground rules for the deployment of AI tools in their organizations.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Insurance professionals who specialize in PFAS say insurers are mandating coverage exclusions and, in some cases, declining to write liability policies at all … As litigation and regulation increase around per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), insurance underwriting is tightening across lines.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 30, 2024

statewide average decrease in rates for workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance. The new rates will apply to new and renewal policies effective January 1, 2025. New Jersey Commissioner of Banking and Insurance Justin Zimmerman has approved a 6.9% The …

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

statewide average decrease in rates for workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance. The new rates will apply to new and renewal policies effective January 1, 2025. New Jersey Commissioner of Banking and Insurance Justin Zimmerman has approved a 6.9% The …

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 28, 2024

Ford Motor Co. told employees it would modify its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and end participation in a notable ranking by an LGBTQ advocacy group, joining a series of companies including Lowe’s Cos. and Harley-Davidson Inc. in curtailing some …

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Central Insurance

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Learn about policies to safeguard your assets, liability, and operations. The post Truck Repair Insurance: What Policies Does My Repair Business Need? Protect your business with the right truck repair insurance. appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Insurance Journal

JANUARY 24, 2025

” Geoeconomics refers to the intersection of geopolitical forces and economic policies. January 2025 report from the Geneva Association, titled “Insurance in a Fragmented World Economy,” found that geopolitical tensions have driven the global economy toward “geoeconomic fragmentation.”

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Central Insurance

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Learn more about the key pool contractor insurance policies, from liability to Workers' Comp, to protect against risks and ensure business success. The post Pool Contractor Insurance: The Five Policies You Need for Your Business appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Central Insurance

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Protect your business from fire, liability, and equipment risks with tailored food trailer insurance. The post What Food Trailer Insurance Policies Best Protect Against Risks appeared first on Central Insurance Blog. Stay secure and focus on serving your customers.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 27, 2024

Lowe’s Cos. is scaling back its diversity, equity and inclusion programs, the latest American company to end such initiatives following a series of activists attacks on firms that promote DEI. The home-improvement retailer will no longer participate in surveys for …

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Central Insurance

JANUARY 20, 2025

Discover how excavation contractor insurance protects your business from risks like property damage, liability, and equipment loss. The post Excavation Contractor Insurance: Five Policies You Need to Protect Your Business appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Property Insurance Centre

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

How a Liability Claim Can Ruin Your Business And How to Protect Yourself No matter how well you run your business, a single liability claim can have devastating consequences. Whether you’re a small business owner, contractor, or entrepreneur, understanding liability risks is crucial for survival.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 22, 2025

Distinguished offers a Renewal Certificate Endorsement , now available for eligible Contractor’s Pollution Legal Liability Plus (CPL) and Contractor’s Pollution & Professional Legal Liability Plus (CPPL) policies. increased limits), provides a new set of limits of liability and expiring coverage.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 20, 2025

A new report identifying commercial litigation waves likely to pick up steam in 2025 highlights one particular theme that could further lengthen the tail of general liability claims for insurers writing policies for contractors and builders. The 2025 “Commercial Litigation …

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

MARCH 19, 2025

From property protection to liability coverage, ensuring your business insurance policies align with your expansion is critical. Your current insurance policies may not automatically extend to the new site, and additional coverage may be required. If customers, vendors, or visitors will be on-site, this policy is essential.

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Central Insurance

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Discover the key policies you need for comprehensive pet groomer's insurance. The post Pet Grooming Insurance: The 5 Policies You Need for Your Business appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Insurers often include exclusions within their liability policies to prohibit coverage for claims arising out of pollution exposure. The exact wording of the exclusion can differ significantly, but the key issue is whether the underlying allegations fall within the scope …

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Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

CFC Launches Cyber Portfolio Quoting for American Brokers CFC said it has launched a new service to automate quoting for up to thousands of policies. Initially available for CFC’s cyber products, US brokers can now bulk quote their entire book …

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Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Multicolored umbrellas by Pixabay When it comes to personal insurance , most people are familiar with their auto , homeowners , or renters policies. However, fewer may be aware of umbrella insurance —a type of coverage that goes beyond the limits of your existing policies to protect you from substantial financial risk.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 13, 2025

The collision of a cargo ship and a fuel tanker off the eastern coast of England in the North Sea is likely to hit multiple marine insurance policies, carrying an estimated combined insured value of between $50 million and $100 …

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Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Property damage liability claims per 100 insured vehicles are 15 percent higher, and relative body injury claims frequency is 60 percent higher. The five-year average count for liability claims increased 24.9 Rising claim frequency and litigation costs put coverage affordability and availability at risk.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Insurance carriers may want to examine policy language – and what information they request from insureds – after the U.S. Supreme Court let stand a lower court’s ruling which could force Argo Group to cover claims that a wood-treating company …

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Distinguished

MARCH 20, 2025

Unlike single-family homes, apartment complexes face heightened risks damage from one unit can quickly spread to others, liability claims can stem from common areas, and evolving building codes can demand costly upgrades. General liability : Covers the costs of fighting litigation plus covered damages that might come from it.

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Simply Insurance

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Discover the costs associated with aircraft mechanic liability insurance, including factors that influence premiums, coverage options, and tips for finding the best policy to protect your aviation business.

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Distinguished

APRIL 9, 2025

Unlike agents or brokers, MGAs can bind coverage, price policies, and handle claims they essentially act as an extension of an insurer. Here are just a few of the ways that MGAs and insurance brokers differ: Underwriting and policy issuance : Traditional brokers sell insurance policies but must go through an insurer to get coverage approved.

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Distinguished

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

From understanding local exposures to leveraging tailored package policies, youll gain the insider knowledge needed to win your clients trust and business. Slip-and-fall incidents: High foot traffic in dining areas and restrooms increases the risk of customer or employee injuries, which can lead to costly liability claims.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Sompo’s Marine Cargo UK policy and its Transport & Logistics propositions are both designed … Sompo, the Bermuda-based provider of commercial and consumer property/casualty insurance and reinsurance, announced the launch of a new national marine insurance proposition for the United Kingdom.

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Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

New Mexico’s attorney general has filed a lawsuit against the company behind Snapchat, alleging that site’s design and policies foster the sharing of child sexual abuse material and facilitate child sexual exploitation. Attorney General Raúl Torrez filed the lawsuit against …

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

illegally imposed a return-to-office policy last year that forced out half its staff in an attempt to thwart a unionization push, the US labor board alleged in a new complaint. Grindr Inc. The US National Labor Relations Board’s general counsel …

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 28, 2025

This is why making sure executives are backed by comprehensive management liability insurance is so important. As a wholesale broker, understanding the intricacies of management liability insurance is essential to effectively guide your agents and clients through the process of securing the right coverage for their unique needs.

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Scott Insurance

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Many builders risk insurers simply refuse to cover the existing structures during a rehab, forcing owners to secure both a builders risk policy and standalone property coverage for the existing structures. Owners should ask themselves the following: Does my contractor carry sufficient liability limits?

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Protect Commercial Insurance

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Introduction to Liability Insurance for UK Tradespeople and Contractors If you’re a tradesperson or contractor in the UK, navigating the world of liability insurance can seem a bit daunting. Whether you’re fitting kitchens or fixing roofs, liability insurance provides a safety net.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

MAY 24, 2024

As a business owner, it’s crucial to protect your business from potential risks and liabilities. 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.

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Distinguished

JANUARY 22, 2025

Distinguished offers a Renewal Certificate Endorsement , now available for eligible Contractor’s Pollution Legal Liability Plus (CPL) and Contractor’s Pollution & Professional Legal Liability Plus (CPPL) policies. increased limits), provides a new set of limits of liability and expiring coverage.

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