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Court Finds Policy Term, “Windstorm,” to be Ambiguous in Coverage Dispute Involving Tornado

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Privilege Underwriters Reciprocal Exchange (2024 WL 322297 (Tex. The insureds suffered property damage caused by a tornado and subsequently submitted a claim to their insurer. The Windstorm or Hail deductible does not apply to coverage under 7. The Windstorm or Hail deductible does not apply to coverage under 7.

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Landlord Insurance in Chicago, Illinois: Everything Brokers and Property Owners Need to Know

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However, with opportunity comes risk: property damage, liability claims, and unexpected financial losses can quickly turn a profitable investment into a costly liability. General liability: Protects against tenant or visitor injuries, legal claims, and medical expenses. In Chicago alone, more than 2.7

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5 Best Practices for Effective Claims Reviews

Risk Management Monitor

With the cost of insurance for businesses rising across many types of coverage, staying on top of trends in the claims portfolio is more important than ever. For this reason, many insurers and TPAs promise to conduct claims reviews with their business customers on a regular basis, but the rigor can vary greatly.

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Proactive Tips for Businesses Facing Hail Damage Claims

Risk Management Monitor

As companies assess their natural disaster preparedness, there are some proactive measures that should be taken specifically for hail to leave organizations best positioned for any resulting insurance claims. In 2018, the 5 th Circuit Court of Appeals took things a step further in Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s of London v.

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Mastering Inland Marine Insurance: A Broker’s Guide

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Loss history and risk management: Prior claims and safety measures influence pricing. Coverage limits and deductibles: Higher coverage limits raise premiums, while higher deductibles lower them. Dedicated underwriting: Each submission gets expert, personalized service based on market-specific insights.

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

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And with rising property values, more frequent catastrophic weather events, and emerging risks like habitability claims, its never been more critical to help your clients navigate their insurance options. What Kinds of Claims Get Made in Apartment Buildings As a team, weve seen all kinds of claims related to apartment buildings.

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What Agents Should Know About Tariffs and Insurance Costs

American Agents Alliance

This drives up the cost to repair, impacting claims costs. Many industries are feeling the uncertainty of tariffs and changing trade policies, which can make underwriting more challenging and pricing less certain. Rising expenses could perhaps cause higher insured values, leading to policy adjustments and higher premiums.

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