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Cargo Theft Surges as Holiday Season Approaches, Verisk Says

Insurance Journal

A CargoNet analysis of holiday-period theft data from the past five years shows a heightened risk during the Christmas and New Year periods. Be on the lookout for Grinch-like characters hanging out at transportation hubs over the holidays. The days …

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High-Net-Worth Insureds’ Top Concerns: Climate, Collectibles and Cyber

Insurance Journal

A new report on emerging risks affecting wealthy households — those with assets of $500,000 to $5 million — highlights climate change, theft of collectibles and cybersecurity as top concerns. Chubb’s new “2024 Wealth Report: Cultivating Resilience in a Changing …

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Court Differentiates Vandalism from Theft in First Party Insurance Policy

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The Court considered whether the Plaintiffs’ loss was caused by theft or vandalism, as neither term was defined in the policy. After investigating, Allstate denied coverage, invoking the policy’s vandalism exclusion and increased risk provision. Allstate Vehicle & Prop. C22-1174 TSZ, 2023 WL 9000432 (W.D. 3d 1231, 1235 (W.D.

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How to prevent employee theft: 6 tips business owners should know.

Frankenmuth Insurance

Employee theft accounts for some of the highest losses among small business owners every year. Follow these six tips to prevent employee theft and protect your small business. Surveillance can be helpful in catching theft, but it should be subtle. Higher wages can help prevent theft. Perform a background check.

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5 Types of Insurance for Retail Stores

Central Insurance

Learn about the essential types of insurance for retail stores and how to protect against risks like theft, liability, and property damage. The post 5 Types of Insurance for Retail Stores appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Emerging Trends in Identity Theft and How to Stay Ahead

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Identity theft is no longer limited to stolen credit card numbers or Social Security fraud—it has evolved into a complex web of cybercrime targeting individuals and businesses alike. Staying informed about emerging trends in identity theft can help you protect your personal information and take proactive steps to minimize your risk.

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RIMS TechRisk/RiskTech: Opportunities and Risks of AI

Risk Management Monitor

Ramesh Srinivasan gave a keynote titled “The Opportunities and Downside Risks of Using AI,” touching on the key flashpoints of current technological advancement, and what they mean for risk management. He noted that as data storage has become far cheaper, and computation quicker, this has allowed risk assessment technology to improve.

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