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$41M Theater Renovation Sparks Construction, Marketing Disputes
Inside This Article: A construction company was recently sued over its involvement in a $41 million renovation of a historic San Francisco theater, including allegations of faulty construction and excessive billing. The theater operator claimed project delays and repairs would cost more than $5 million and sued over the contractor’s use of its venues in marketing materials. Commercial General
Stolen Skeleton Unearths Halloween Insurance Risks
Inside This Article: A Halloween lawn decoration depicting a skeleton riding a rooster was recently stolen from a homeowner’s yard in Henderson, Kentucky. Beyond the risk of theft, seasonal decorations can also pose fire hazards, with home fires involving decorations causing about $17 million per year in property damage between 2019 and 2023. Homeowners Insurance can cover theft, fire
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Inside This Article: A couple was recently awarded $16 million after suing a Kansas City bar where the man allegedly fell from a mechanical bull. Before the trial, the couple sought $8 million to settle the case, while the defendants offered $2.2 million, according to Missouri Lawyers Media. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can cover customer injury claims; however,…
Inside This Article: An Ohio med spa was fined $25,000 after investigators found unauthorized prescription drug orders and other violations. A patient lost consciousness after using a drug provided by one of the med spa’s owners, according to the state investigation. Medical Malpractice Insurance and Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can address different aspects of med spa risks. As…
Inside This Article: A fire recently destroyed the historic Lochmoor Country Club clubhouse in Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan. Historic properties may require specialized Commercial Property Insurance with Historical Replacement Cost to reproduce original materials, designs, and craftsmanship after a loss. Business Interruption Coverage and Extra Expense Coverage can help companies recoup lost revenue and maintain payroll during restoration. Updates…
Inside This Article: “Nuclear” verdicts increased 40.7% in 2025, reaching their highest annual total since 2009, according to Marathon Strategies. The nearly 200 verdicts of at least $10 million in 2025 totaled approximately $25.6 billion. Claims that have previously stayed within primary insurance limits are increasingly reaching Excess Liability Insurance layers. Business owners are encouraged to closely review policy…
Inside This Article: The city of Troy, New York, recently approved a $2.75 million settlement for a former physician who was struck by a city-operated dump truck. The city will reportedly pay $1 million of the settlement, and its insurer will cover the remaining $1.75 million, according to reports. Accident-related liability claims can be covered by Transportation Insurance policies…
Inside This Article: More than 1 in 10 U.S. homes were vacant in 2024, according to a recent census data analysis by LendingTree. Seasonal and recreational homes accounted for nearly one-third of vacant U.S. properties, while 2.6 million were available for rent and fewer than 800,000 were listed for sale. Property owners should inform their insurance carrier when a…
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Key Takeaways Property Insurance offers more competitive pricing and broader capacity, but brokers and agents should consider underwriting expertise, carrier appetite and policy terms & conditions, not just premium. Casualty Insurance faces pricing pressure across most lines of business stemming from rising litigation costs, social inflation, and nuclear verdicts, particularly in Auto and Excess Liability. Professional Liability is competitive…
Cautious optimism is shaping the Personal Insurance market, but challenges remain for complex risks. In an excerpt from our Q4 P&C webinar, Marielle Charron, Regional Practice Group Leader, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Boston, MA shares what is driving new opportunities and why the market remains incredibly nuanced. https://vimeo.com/1238895654/f574507ec8?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
New market entrants and increased capacity are fueling competition in Commercial Insurance, but will it last? In an excerpt from our Q4 P&C webinar, Tim Pasik, Senior Vice President, Commercial Products, Burns & Wilcox, New York, NY, shares his outlook on market conditions, the factors influencing competition and where challenges could emerge in the year ahead. https://vimeo.com/1238897126/53f5170058?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
From rising Healthcare rates to competitive Cyber pricing, the Professional Liability market is seeing varied conditions across key sectors. In an excerpt from our Q4 P&C webinar, Rahmad Bauldrick, Vice President, Regional Practice Group Leader, Professional, Burns & Wilcox, Chicago, IL, shares the trends driving pricing, underwriting decisions and risk management priorities. https://vimeo.com/1238929871/3adb37d615?fl=ip&fe=ec&share=copy
Shifting market conditions are creating new opportunities and challenges for insurance brokers and agents as they navigate the remainder of 2026. Drawing on insights from the CIAB Insurance Leadership Forum and WSIA Annual Marketplace, Burns & Wilcox experts discuss key developments across Commercial, Personal, and Professional Liability Insurance, including: Where market conditions are softening and which risks remain challenging How…
Key Takeaways: The Cyber Insurance market remains highly competitive, with stable pricing and abundant capacity, though underwriting scrutiny is increasing for certain industries and higher-risk accounts. AI is making cyberattacks more scalable and difficult to detect while creating new liability and coverage considerations across multiple lines of business. Privacy litigation is increasing as AI makes it easier to identify…
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