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Burn Hazards from Temu Hoodie Put Spotlight on Product Liability

Burn Hazards from Temu Hoodie Put Spotlight on Product Liability

A glow-in-the-dark sweatshirt sold on Temu was recently recalled after the report of a child suffering serious burn injuries from the garment. The item, sold on the discount online marketplace on behalf of Sunshine Towels, carries a risk of \"serious burn injuries if exposed to heat or a flame source,\" according to the recall notice, issued by Product Safety Australia,…

11.8 Million Pounds of Food Recalled Over Possible Contamination

11.8 Million Pounds of Food Recalled Over Possible Contamination

A recent recall over listeria concerns has now expanded to 11.8 million pounds of potentially contaminated foods, including some that may have been sent to schools. First announced as a recall of nearly 10 million pounds of BrucePac meat and poultry products on Oct. 9, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has since updated the recall notification to include additional items…

Disney Springs Restaurant Lawsuit Stems from Diner’s Allergic Reaction

Disney Springs Restaurant Lawsuit Stems from Diner’s Allergic Reaction

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,…

Ask the Expert Q&A: Manufacturing & Distribution Insurance

Ask the Expert Q&A: Manufacturing & Distribution Insurance

Product contamination, misuse and recalls are among the risks associated with manufacturing and distribution operations. To learn about the insurance policies that can help companies protect themselves, we spoke with John Heaner, Associate Vice President, Regional Director, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Tampa, Florida. What are some of the greatest risks today in manufacturing and distribution? J.H.: The greatest risk…

Undeclared Allergens Push U.S. Food Recalls to Post-Pandemic High

Undeclared Allergens Push U.S. Food Recalls to Post-Pandemic High

Food recalls in the U.S. are on the rise, reaching a new high since the pandemic began and reversing the previous trend of decline, according to reports. In total, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration together recorded 313 food recalls and public health alerts in 2023, compared to 289 and 286 in 2022 and…

Market Overview: Rising Demand for Apartment Rentals Will Define Habitational Insurance Sector

Market Overview: Rising Demand for Apartment Rentals Will Define Habitational Insurance Sector

The U.S. is faced with an apartment shortage that is expected to get worse before it gets better. This is placing significant stress on the Habitational Insurance market with high demand for rental housing. According to the National Multifamily Housing Council and the National Apartment Association, the U.S. will need an additional 4.3 million apartments between now and 2035 to…

Stanley Cup Maker Sued for Failing to Disclose Lead in Tumblers

Stanley Cup Maker Sued for Failing to Disclose Lead in Tumblers

A lawsuit filed Feb. 1 against the makers of the highly sought-after Stanley insulated cup accuses the company of failing to disclose the presence of lead in its popular tumbler. The lawsuit, brought by consumers in California and filed as a potential class-action case, claims Stanley parent company Pacific Market International concealed their use of lead in the tumblers until…

Video: Habitational Insurance Market Outlook

Video: Habitational Insurance Market Outlook

During the Habitational Insurance Market webinar, our own Kevin Cuyler joined us to provide updates on the current state of the marketplace. Watch highlights from the discussion below. https://vimeo.com/915342304/25a6a4edd4?share=copy

Video: Challenges in the Habitational Insurance Market

Video: Challenges in the Habitational Insurance Market

During this webinar, our own Jake Miller joined us to discuss the current state of the Habitational Insurance Market. Watch highlights from the discussion below. https://vimeo.com/915340539/a1a0053495?share=copy

Video: Tips for Facing Habitational Market Challenges

Video: Tips for Facing Habitational Market Challenges

During our Habitational Insurance Market webinar, our own Nicholas Freeman joined us to provide tips for brokers and agents facing challenges in the marketplace. Watch a highlight from the discussion below. https://vimeo.com/915333303/d79c637867?share=copy

Webinar: Habitational Insurance Market

Webinar: Habitational Insurance Market

During this webinar, our experts met for a discussion on the current state of the Habitational insurance market. Watch as they explore current challenges and provide tips for brokers and agents on how to be successful in providing solutions for their clients. https://vimeo.com/914913271/243f209a8e?share=copy

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