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Spike in Burglaries: Cannabis, Jewelry Shops Among Top Targets
A smash-and-grab burglary at a cannabis dispensary in San Francisco, California, in late September left the business with significant property damage and missing merchandise. According to CBS News Bay Area, the burglars pulled open the dispensary’s metal security gates using a chain attached to the back of their SUV and then rammed the vehicle through the store\'s rollup metal door
How to Navigate Insurance Claims, Uncertainty with Hurricanes Milton, Helene
As communities across the Southeast recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene, they now face another storm: Hurricane Milton. “The circumstances are tragic,” said Rick Sforzo, Senior Director, Claims Services, Burns & Wilcox, Atlanta, Georgia. “Our thoughts and prayers are going out to everyone there affected by these storms, and certainly those that have been affected by the multiple
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A hospital in Pennsylvania recently agreed to pay $65 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over a 2023 cyberattack that exposed the personal data of approximately 135,000 individuals, including sensitive photos of more than 600 patients. Patients and employees affected will receive between $50 to $70,000 each; patients whose photos were leaked online will receive the larger amounts, Insurance Journal…
A homeowner in Nebraska whose roof was damaged during a July windstorm said he is grateful no one was hurt but is surprised by the more than $7,000 he had to pay for the repairs. According to KETV Omaha, the man did not realize his Homeowners Insurance would not fully cover roof damage due to wind or hail, leaving him…
The husband of a woman who had a severe allergic reaction last year after eating at a Disney Springs restaurant is suing the company for more than $50,000 in a wrongful death lawsuit that claims the server \"guaranteed\" the woman\'s food was allergen-free. The woman, a doctor from New York who had a severe allergy to nuts and dairy products,…
A jersey worn by Babe Ruth recently sold for more than $24 million and broke the record for the most expensive piece of sports memorabilia ever sold at auction, according to reports. The baseball legend wore the jersey on Oct. 1, 1923, when he made his famous \"called shot,\" pointing to a flagpole at center right field before hitting a…
A boat fire spread through a marina on the Mohawk River in Alplaus, New York, after a docked pontoon boat ignited, Authorities are still investigating the cause of the Aug. 13 blaze, which destroyed several boats at the Mohawk Valley marina and damaged other vessels, News10 reported. “It is certainly an unfortunate situation,” said Michael Dearness Associate Manager, Ocean Marine,…
As medical spas continue to grow in the U.S. and Canada, one type of service appears to be in high demand: weight loss treatments. With well-known drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy in short supply in many areas, some medspas have been filling the gap by offering semaglutide injections to their customers. Recent reports highlight medspas in Iowa, Missouri and other…
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While we are experiencing more stabilization, some hard sectors remain as carriers continue to revise their appetites. Watch our P&C webinar for insights into the current state of the market, what is expected for the rest of the year and what 2025 may hold. Highlights include: The increasing role of dynamic pricing in Personal Insurance Why some admitted carriers are…
Building a book of business in the Cyber Insurance sector takes time. Still, demand and capacity give brokers and agents opportunities to become subject matter experts and trusted advisors for their clients. Discover top tips on how to be successful in the Cyber Insurance market below.
As cyberattacks continue to cause significant financial losses for businesses of all sizes, Cyber & Privacy Liability Insurance is increasingly vital. To learn more, we spoke with Kenneth Labelle, Senior Broker, Professional Liability, Burns & Wilcox Brokerage, Chicago, Illinois. What are some of the greatest cybersecurity risks faced by companies today? K.L.: Extortion events have been the most devastating events…
The transportation industry faces a variety of challenges today, including the difficulty of staying profitable as average trucker expenses exceed $2 per mile. To learn more about how Transportation Insurance can help protect companies, we spoke with William Mills, Director, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox, Salt Lake City, Utah. What are some of the greatest risks in transportation today? W.M.: Accidents…
Insurance carriers paid out more than $100 billion in catastrophe (CAT) insurance losses in 2023 and in the first half of 2024, making it the costliest two-year period in history. More than $60 billion in global insured losses have been paid in the first half of 2024, which is 62% above the 10-year average. The culprit? Severe convective storms…
As flooding risks continue to grow across the U.S. and beyond, finding the right Flood Insurance policy is essential for property owners. To learn more about Flood Insurance, we spoke with Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product Manager, Flood, Burns & Wilcox, Morehead City, North Carolina. What are some of today\'s greatest risks regarding Flood Insurance? B.T.: The lack of…
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