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Clearwater Condo Building Evacuated After Support Beam Splits

Insurance Journal

MAY 7, 2025

Local authorities Tuesday evening ordered the evacuation of a condominium building in Clearwater, Florida, after cracks developed in a concrete support beam in the parking garage. The South Beach III condo building on Sand Key “is currently being evacuated due …

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Safer Buildings Vs More Housing: How New Building Codes May Impact Hawaii

Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Josh Green issued an emergency proclamation to postpone the adoption of any new building codes that might exacerbate a housing shortage that had just gotten worse. A month after wildfires ravaged Maui in August 2023, Gov. The governor’s office is …

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OSHA Orders Building Materials Supplier to Reinstate Whistleblower Truck Driver

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

A federal whistleblower investigation has found a Virginia subsidiary of one of the world’s largest building materials manufacturers fired a truck driver in September 2023 illegally after the employee raised safety concerns. The driver expressed concern that the loads and …

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ICEYE Analysis Shows Wider Florida Flooding From Milton: 185,000 Buildings Hit

Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Flooding from Hurricane Milton appears to have been more extensive than initially determined, affecting almost 185,000 buildings all across Florida, says a new analysis from ICEYE, a firm that uses satellite images to measure damage for the insurance industry. The …

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4 Ways to Build and Maintain Relationships with Clients

Solstice Insurance Broker

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

The key is knowing how to successfully build and maintain relationships with clients , where they know that their needs are your priority. This also applies to employer groups. They have a lot of options when it comes to choosing which broker they partner with; so, why should they choose you?

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Root Builds on First Profitable Year With Solid Q1 Results

Insurance Journal

MAY 8, 2025

million to build off results of 2024its first profitable year. reported first quarter net income of $18.2 The net profit for the first three months of 2025 is compared to a net loss of $6.2 million for Q1 …

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Small Tornado Briefly Swept Into Buffalo, Damaging Buildings, Scattering Tree Limbs

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 7, 2024

A small tornado took Buffalo by surprise Monday, damaging buildings, flipping cars and sending debris swirling over downtown. A spiraling column was caught on multiple videos shortly before 1 p.m. One video showed the cell appearing to move from Lake …

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Building Damage

Major Florida Grower to Build New Home Development After Ending Citrus Operations

Insurance Journal

APRIL 17, 2025

AP) One of Florida’s biggest citrus growers plans to build a 3,000-acre (1,200 hectare) community in southwest Florida, just months after announcing it was abandoning its citrus-growing operations at the end of this year’s season. FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) Alico, …

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Squishmallows Maker Can Sue Build-A-Bear Over Alleged Plush Toy Knockoffs

Insurance Journal

JULY 17, 2024

judge rejected Build-A-Bear Workshop’s effort to dismiss a lawsuit claiming that its Skoosherz plush toys were unauthorized knockoffs of Squishmallows, the popular plush toys made by a unit of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway. In a decision on Monday, …

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Building Claim Liability

Tampa Bay Rays Are Cleared to Stay in St. Petersburg, Build New Ballpark

Insurance Journal

JULY 31, 2024

The Tampa Bay Rays received final approval Tuesday for their proposal to build a new ballpark in St. Petersburg, Florida, capping a years-long process that had clouded the future of the Major League Baseball team. The Pinellas County Commission voted …

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Viewpoint: The Recipe for Building a Successful MGA

Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The managing general agency model is attracting a number of ambitious underwriters keen to step away from established insurers to build nimble, specialized, and client-focused MGAs. For many, launching an MGA is a chance to offer a more tailored approach …

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Apple Ordered by UK to Build Backdoor to Access User Data

Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

to build a backdoor to give it access to global user data, in a move that could spark one of the biggest privacy fights in the iPhone maker’s history. The UK government has ordered Apple Inc. British authorities in an …

Building

Six Injured After Truck Crashed Into Building and Pedestrians in Boston

Insurance Journal

APRIL 3, 2025

BOSTON (AP) A box truck crashed into a building Tuesday afternoon in Boston’s Chinatown neighborhood and hit several pedestrians before flipping onto its side, city officials said. The driver and five others were injured in what authorities said appears …

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Crime Syndicates in Southeast Asia Go Global, Defying Crackdowns

Insurance Journal

APRIL 21, 2025

Cyber crime syndicates that run multi-billion-dollar scam operations across Southeast Asia are still expanding despite recent law enforcement crackdowns, building links from Ireland to Mexico and reaching a potentially irreversible global spillover, the United Nations warned. The transnational criminal networks …

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The Ultimate Guide for Insurance Agents: How to Build a Profitable Final Expense Business

Final Expense Brokerage

JANUARY 29, 2025

Selecting the Right Products for Your Clients Offering the right products to your clients is critical in building trust and ensuring their needs are met. Creating Lasting Relationships with Clients At the end of the day, your business is about building relationships.

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2024 National Flood Insurance Program Proof of Loss for Building and Contents

Property Insurance Coverage Law

OCTOBER 31, 2024

The current version of the National Flood Insurance Program Proof of Loss for Building and Contents is available at the below link. link] The … The post 2024 National Flood Insurance Program Proof of Loss for Building and Contents appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog. You MUST use Firefox.

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Boeing Dismantles DEI Team as Pressure Builds on New CEO

Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

has dismantled its global diversity, equity and inclusion department, making it the latest high-profile corporation to make changes to its DEI policy as its new top leader oversees a broader revamp of the company’s workforce. Staff from Boeing’s …

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Thai-Chinese Firm Denies Flouting Safety Measures in Probe of Skyscraper Collapse

Insurance Journal

APRIL 23, 2025

A Thai-Chinese company denied Monday allegations its steel rods did not pass safety standard tests after nationwide criticism prompted an investigation into the collapse of a high-rise building under construction after an earthquake last month in Bangkok. Authorities are probing …

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Removing US Subsidies Curbed Building in Climate Risk Zones, Study Finds

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 6, 2024

The US Congress passed the Coastal Barrier Resources Act in 1982 to preserve relatively undeveloped waterfront areas as natural buffer zones. At least 1.4 million acres along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts were made ineligible for the kind of federal …

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Weathering the Storm: How IBHS Is Revolutionizing Building Safety

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 28, 2024

I recently watched the new movie Twisters starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, which gives viewers a fantastic and frightening look at the damage tornadoes and severe weather can cause to American communities. Early in the film, storm chaser/scientist Javi, …

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Video Marketing Trends in the Insurance Industry: Engaging Audiences & Building Trust

Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The insurance industry, traditionally rooted in face-to-face interactions and extensive documentation, is undergoing a significant transformation with the rise of video marketing. As digital communication becomes the norm, retail insurance agents, wholesalers, MGAs, carriers and insurtechs increasingly turn to video …

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Ryan Specialty Builds with US Assure, a Builder’s Risk Specialist, in Jacksonville

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 2, 2024

Ryan Specialty, a publicly traded provider of specialty products for insurance agents, brokers and carriers, has agreed to buy US Assure Insurance Services of Florida, a company specializing in builder’s risk insurance. Based in Jacksonville and founded in 1977, US …

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Car Smashes Through Illinois Building, Killing 4 Young People and Injuring Others

Insurance Journal

APRIL 30, 2025

A car smashed through a building Monday afternoon, killing four young people and injuring several others during an after-school program in a small city outside of Springfield, Illinois, police said. Officers responded at about 3:20 p.m. to calls about a …

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Doubling Down on Insurance Marketing: Build Your Brand When Others Pull Back

Neilson Marketing Services

MAY 6, 2025

They build brand equity. Visibility builds momentum, and momentum drives growth. Build trust through testimonials, reviews, and up-to-date bios. At Neilson Marketing Services, weve helped insurance agencies, MGAs, and carriers build smart, scalable marketing strategies for decades. They gain visibility.

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Three Dozen High-Rise Buildings in South Florida are Sinking, Study Says

Insurance Journal

DECEMBER 18, 2024

SUNNY ISLES BEACH, Fla. (AP) AP) Almost three dozen high-rise condos and luxury hotels along the beach in South Florida are sinking or settling in unexpected ways, in some cases because of nearby construction, according to a new study. The …

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Pawtucket Dismantled Iconic Apex Pyramid Building. Here’s Why.

Insurance Journal

MARCH 25, 2025

Earlier this month wind damaged the iconic Apex pyramid building in Pawtucket Rhode Island prominently visible from Interstate 95. Now, the city of Pawtucket has removed the remaining exterior panels of the iconic structure, leaving only the skeletal frame. Removal …

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Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Client’s Investments With the Right Coverage

Distinguished

MARCH 20, 2025

From devastating floods to slip-and-fall lawsuits, insuring apartment buildings is no simple task. In this guide, we break down the key coverages every apartment building owner needs, highlight common claims, and show you how to offer tailored solutions that keep your clients protected in an ever-changing market.

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What is a “Dwelling” “Structure” or Not a “Building Structure” Under Homeowners Policy? Policy Definitions and Reading the Full Policy Are Keys to Finding Coverage

Property Insurance Coverage Law

DECEMBER 11, 2024

A recent … The post What is a Dwelling Structure or Not a Building Structure Under Homeowners Policy? This post is a reminder to study When Words Collide: Policy Interpretation Doctrines and the 10 Commandments. Understand your Insurance Policy BetterRTFP!

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Insurance Coverage After a Raze Order: Strategies for Overcoming Ordinance or Law Exclusions

Property Insurance Coverage Law

APRIL 28, 2025

When a devastating fire damages a building and a municipality orders it razed, the instinctive reaction of many policyholders is to expect that their insurance will cover the total loss.

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How to Build Trust with Small Business Insurance Clients

Insurance Journal

MARCH 23, 2025

Insurance professionals can build trust and communicate effectively with smaller enterprises by focusing on personalized service, clear marketing, and understanding their niche needs. Establishing trust with small business clients is key to maintaining their loyalty over time. Communicate Clearly Small …

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Aspen Specialty Settles With Condo in $11M Nashville Bombing Coverage Dispute

Insurance Journal

APRIL 30, 2025

has reached a settlement with the owners of a Nashville condominium building that was badly damaged in the Christmas Day bombing in 2020. Aspen Specialty Insurance Co. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed. Both sides have agreed to …

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How to Build a Workers’ Comp Program That Runs Itself: The Power of Systematized Communication

AMAXX

APRIL 30, 2025

Systematized communication helps prevent injuries from becoming high-cost claims, reduces litigation, builds trust with employees, and improves return-to-work outcomes all without needing constant intervention from every department. They build repeatable systems. Communication is the core of human interaction.

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Insurance Coverage After a Raze Order: Strategies for Overcoming Ordinance or Law Exclusions

Property Insurance Coverage Law

APRIL 28, 2025

When a devastating fire damages a building and a municipality orders it razed, the instinctive reaction of many policyholders is to expect that their insurance will cover the total loss.

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How to Build a Health Insurance Mobile App and Benefit From It

Top Insurance Blogs

APRIL 15, 2025

In this […] The post How to Build a Health Insurance Mobile App and Benefit From It appeared first on My Top Insurance Blogs. As someone who started in software development and fintech before pivoting to insurance marketing in Germany, Ive seen firsthand how digital solutions are revolutionizing how insurers and clients interact.

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People Moves: AXIS Names White as Head of Aviation, Succeeding Wood; Lockton Re Names Lynn for New Agriculture Practice, Ferrier for US West Coast Build-Out

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at AXIS Capital Holdings and Lockton Re. A summary of these new hires follows here. AXIS Names White as Head of Aviation, Succeeding Wood AXIS Capital Holdings Ltd., the Bermuda-based re/insurer, announced …

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Hertz Tower Demolition Marks End of Hurricane-Damaged Landmark in Lake Charles

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

AP) — An abandoned, 22-story building in Lake Charles, Louisiana — once an icon in the city that became a symbol of destruction from hurricanes Laura and Delta — was imploded Saturday after sitting vacant for nearly … BATON ROUGE, La. (AP)

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People Moves: Mosaic Builds Out Environmental Liability Team With 13 US Hires

Insurance Journal

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mosaic, headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, has added 13 U.S. environmental risk specialists to its team. Team members include Assistant Vice President Iraj Dehnavi, Senior Vice President Maureen Domenicone, Vice President Patrick Enderlin, Senior Vice President Patrick Grassl, Senior Vice President …

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Musk’s Massive Tesla Lithium Plant Hunts for Water in Drought-Hit Texas

Insurance Journal

JANUARY 7, 2025

Twenty miles outside Corpus Christi, Texas an area so dry the local water company distributes shower timers at high school football games the world’s richest man is nearly done building a lithium refinery that could require as much …

Building

Where Is the National Plan for Structural Resiliency? If there is to Be Available and Affordable Insurance, Then Property Has to Be More Resilient to Damage

Property Insurance Coverage Law

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Resilience extends beyond individual buildings and cities; it requires a regional and national approach to infrastructure development. What is the comprehensive plan for structural resilience to natural disasters?

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Vanderbilt Plans $520 Million Palm Beach Campus, Tapping into Migration of Wealth

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 22, 2024

Vanderbilt University is asking local Florida officials to approve its proposal to build a $520 million campus in the wealthy Palm Beach area, tapping into a growing region transformed by new outposts of financial firms. The Nashville-based school envisions buildings …

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MS&AD Insurance Group Announces Merger of 2 Non-Life Subsidiaries

Insurance Journal

MARCH 28, 2025

The aim of the merger is to build a more robust … MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings Inc. announced it will merge two of its non-life insurance company subsidiaries Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Co. and Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance Co.

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Why Asbestos Is Still Being Found in Some Cosmetics

Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Asbestos, a notorious carcinogen, was in widespread use throughout the 20th century – from building materials to brake pads and even fake snow on film sets including The Wizard of Oz and White Christmas. In the 1960s, a link was …

Building

Building Claim Liability

Does Florida’s 15-year Roof Age Rule Discourage More Wind-Resistant Products?

Insurance Journal

JANUARY 22, 2025

After Hurricane Milton swept through parts of southwestern Florida in October, aerial drone images showed condominium buildings with large sections of their roof membranes peeled back like blankets on a beach, exposing the buildings to water intrusion. Builders and commercial …

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Florida Bill Advances, Would End Board of Engineering, Other Professional Agencies

Insurance Journal

APRIL 20, 2025

Elon Musk’s age of government efficiency has spread to Florida, with legislation advanced last week that would abolish at least 22 state boards that oversee licensing and disciplinary reviews for engineers, contractors, building inspectors, accountants and many more professionals. House …

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Clearwater Condo Building Evacuated After Support Beam Splits

Safer Buildings Vs More Housing: How New Building Codes May Impact Hawaii

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OSHA Orders Building Materials Supplier to Reinstate Whistleblower Truck Driver

ICEYE Analysis Shows Wider Florida Flooding From Milton: 185,000 Buildings Hit

4 Ways to Build and Maintain Relationships with Clients

Root Builds on First Profitable Year With Solid Q1 Results

Small Tornado Briefly Swept Into Buffalo, Damaging Buildings, Scattering Tree Limbs

Major Florida Grower to Build New Home Development After Ending Citrus Operations

Squishmallows Maker Can Sue Build-A-Bear Over Alleged Plush Toy Knockoffs

Tampa Bay Rays Are Cleared to Stay in St. Petersburg, Build New Ballpark

Viewpoint: The Recipe for Building a Successful MGA

Apple Ordered by UK to Build Backdoor to Access User Data

Six Injured After Truck Crashed Into Building and Pedestrians in Boston

Crime Syndicates in Southeast Asia Go Global, Defying Crackdowns

The Ultimate Guide for Insurance Agents: How to Build a Profitable Final Expense Business

2024 National Flood Insurance Program Proof of Loss for Building and Contents

Boeing Dismantles DEI Team as Pressure Builds on New CEO

Thai-Chinese Firm Denies Flouting Safety Measures in Probe of Skyscraper Collapse

Removing US Subsidies Curbed Building in Climate Risk Zones, Study Finds

Weathering the Storm: How IBHS Is Revolutionizing Building Safety

Video Marketing Trends in the Insurance Industry: Engaging Audiences & Building Trust

Ryan Specialty Builds with US Assure, a Builder’s Risk Specialist, in Jacksonville

Car Smashes Through Illinois Building, Killing 4 Young People and Injuring Others

Doubling Down on Insurance Marketing: Build Your Brand When Others Pull Back

Three Dozen High-Rise Buildings in South Florida are Sinking, Study Says

Pawtucket Dismantled Iconic Apex Pyramid Building. Here’s Why.

Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Client’s Investments With the Right Coverage

What is a “Dwelling” “Structure” or Not a “Building Structure” Under Homeowners Policy? Policy Definitions and Reading the Full Policy Are Keys to Finding Coverage

Insurance Coverage After a Raze Order: Strategies for Overcoming Ordinance or Law Exclusions

How to Build Trust with Small Business Insurance Clients

Aspen Specialty Settles With Condo in $11M Nashville Bombing Coverage Dispute

How to Build a Workers’ Comp Program That Runs Itself: The Power of Systematized Communication

Insurance Coverage After a Raze Order: Strategies for Overcoming Ordinance or Law Exclusions

How to Build a Health Insurance Mobile App and Benefit From It

People Moves: AXIS Names White as Head of Aviation, Succeeding Wood; Lockton Re Names Lynn for New Agriculture Practice, Ferrier for US West Coast Build-Out

Hertz Tower Demolition Marks End of Hurricane-Damaged Landmark in Lake Charles

People Moves: Mosaic Builds Out Environmental Liability Team With 13 US Hires

Musk’s Massive Tesla Lithium Plant Hunts for Water in Drought-Hit Texas

Where Is the National Plan for Structural Resiliency? If there is to Be Available and Affordable Insurance, Then Property Has to Be More Resilient to Damage

Vanderbilt Plans $520 Million Palm Beach Campus, Tapping into Migration of Wealth

MS&AD Insurance Group Announces Merger of 2 Non-Life Subsidiaries

Why Asbestos Is Still Being Found in Some Cosmetics

Does Florida’s 15-year Roof Age Rule Discourage More Wind-Resistant Products?

Florida Bill Advances, Would End Board of Engineering, Other Professional Agencies

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