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For those clients who own a business of any size, it is important to obtain the necessary coverage to protect against the wide variety of risks associated with commercial operations. From general to specialized coverage, Burns & Wilcox has unparalleled access to the broadest range of Commercial Insurance Coverage available.
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Inside This Article: Two “spyder” cranes came crashing down onto a scaffolding outside a 12-story building that was under construction. No injuries were reported related to the incident, which occurred just a day after a partial stop-work order at the site was rescinded. This type of incident could lead to reputational damage as well as costly lawsuits, which can…
Some commercial properties are more difficult to insure than others, creating challenges for property owners. To learn more about Hard-to-Place Commercial Property Insurance, we spoke with Tim Wright, Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Boston, Massachusetts. What makes a commercial property hard to place? T.W.: Much of what makes a property hard to place for insurance is about location.…
Watch below as Connor Farquharson, Manager, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX, breaks down today’s evolving Commercial Insurance landscape—where some markets are softening while others, like Transportation and Liquor Liability, continue to harden nationwide. https://vimeo.com/1073993370/1b7518d264?ts=0&share=copy For more insights, watch the full P&C Market Outlook Q2 2025 webinar recording.
The Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance landscape is evolving, shaped by shifting market conditions, emerging risks, and changing carrier appetites. Watch the Burns & Wilcox P&C Market Outlook Q2 2025 webinar replay to gain valuable insights from industry leaders on the latest trends across the Commercial, Personal, and Professional Liability Insurance markets, including: Strategies for brokers and agents to succeed…
Inside This Article: Recently released government emails show the massive scale of a December leak from a gas station’s underground storage tank, with an estimated 100,000 liters of diesel fuel released into the environment. Groundwater contamination impacted surrounding properties including a Tim Hortons cafe, where customers said they could smell fuel in the bathrooms and even taste it in…
Inside This Article: Heavy rains were likely to blame for a third-floor balcony collapse in Los Angeles involving four individuals and a dog. Balcony collapses are rare but can also happen when structural integrity is compromised due to age, poor construction or overloading. Such incidents at housing complexes can cause catastrophic injuries, potentially leading to lawsuits and significant repair…
INSIDE THIS ARTICLE: A $125,000 Bobcat skid steer was stolen from a plumbing and general construction business in Detroit leaving a “heartbreaking” loss for the small business. Construction thefts are on the rise and may be more likely to occur when equipment is left unattended at jobsites overnight. Insurance policies that can help construction companies recover from theft include…
INSIDE THIS ARTICLE: A couple sued a restaurant chain in Texas, claiming injury and mental anguish after a glass window shattered into their booth. Failure to properly maintain the 50-plus-year-old windows factored into $4 million in damages awarded by jury. Increasing litigiousness highlights risks of inadequate Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance for businesses. Ramifications of such suits can include…