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Falling Debris at Historic Saloon Site Injures Pedestrian
Inside This Article: Falling debris from a vacant building at the historic Acme Saloon site in El Paso, Texas, recently sent one pedestrian to a hospital, according to reports. El Paso officials closed the sidewalk and said the building was “an imminent danger to public safety.” When a property owner is sued over an on-premises injury, Commercial General Liability
$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
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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…
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…
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Increased capacity and new market entrants are creating more favorable pricing opportunities across Professional Liability Insurance, while rising claims costs and AI-related exposures present new challenges. Get a closer look at coverage trends, underwriting considerations, and emerging AI-related risks in the Q4 2026 Professional Liability Insurance Market Outlook.
Increased capacity and competition are creating more opportunities in Personal Insurance, although carriers remain selective about the risks they write. Click through our Q4 2026 Personal Insurance Market Outlook to learn more about the importance of E&S coverage, key underwriting considerations, and the growing role of Parametric Insurance.
Increased capacity is creating new opportunities in Commercial Property Insurance, while rising claims costs and litigation expenses continue to challenge Casualty lines. The Q4 2026 Commercial Insurance Market Outlook highlights key market trends, underwriting considerations, and E&S opportunities for brokers and agents.
Increased capacity, heightened competition, and emerging risks are creating new opportunities and challenges across the Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance marketplace as 2026 draws to a close. Explore key market trends and considerations in our Q4 2026 P&C Insurance Market Outlook.
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
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