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Mistakes in setting sums insured / declared value where the Insured elects an Indemnity Period of less than 12 months.

Prof. Allan Manning

I recall the very first business interruption claim I did was for a risk in Toowoomba and to my horror found that the Insured had only declared 3 months insurable gross profit with a 3-month Indemnity Period. of their loss. To me it is a no brainer. times if the Indemnity Period is 18 months.

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Is terrorism covered under an Australian home and contents policy?

Prof. Allan Manning

Last week I posted an article in regard to terrorism coverage under commercial property, and/or business interruption policies. In a day or two I will address Strata and after than residential landlord policies, and finally private motor. I also touched on commercial liability coverage. ” [ emphasis mine] 1. .

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Southern District Court of New York Permits Extensive Discovery of Reserve And Reinsurance Information in Bad Faith Litigation

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Facts The insured’s claim arose out of business interruption losses due to a shutdown of its business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Does Commercial Property Insurance Cover Water Damage?

Tosten Marketing

Many business owners find themselves surprised by what their policies do and don’t cover. Sudden and Accidental Water Damage Most commercial property insurance policies cover sudden and accidental water damage. If a sprinkler head malfunctions and soaks inventory or equipment, your policy should cover the losses.

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The Importance of Commercial Property Insurance for UK Small Businesses

Protect Commercial Insurance

Definition and Scope Commercial property insurance is a policy designed to protect businesses from financial losses related to damage or destruction of their physical assets. However, considering that businesses operate in a wide range of industries, the scope of this insurance can vary. But what exactly does it entail?

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Lack of Proper Insurance Coverage for Data Centers Presents Pitfalls

Insurance Journal

As data center construction booms across the United States, a pair of legal experts recently said the lack of commercial insurance products customized for data centers present potential pitfalls that could surface if operators aren’t paying close attention to policy

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A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Commercial Property Insurance

Protect Commercial Insurance

Image courtesy: Unsplash Definition and Overview Commercial property insurance is a type of insurance designed to protect your business premises and the contents within from loss or damage. This type of policy covers a wide array of potential hazards, including fire, theft, vandalism, and certain natural disasters.