Insurance Journal

JULY 21, 2025

Premium renewal rates increased year-over-year for all major commercial lines, except workers’ compensation, according to second quarter 2025 results of the Ivans Index. The Chicago-based technology provider for insurance carriers, agents, and managing general agents said the average premium renewal …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Global commercial insurance rates fell 2% in the fourth quarter of 2024 following a 1% decline in Q3 2024 marking the second consecutive quarterly decrease following seven years of rising rates, according to the Global Insurance Market Index published …

Commercial Insurance

Insurance Journal

JULY 30, 2025

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) said in a bulletin this month that it has approved private passenger and commercial auto rate increases for the Texas Automobile Insurance Plan Association (TAIPA), the state’s residual market for auto insurance. Private passenger …

Auto Insurance

Insurance Journal

JULY 11, 2025

The cost of insuring commercial ships that sail past Yemen’s Houthi militants surged after the rebels sank two ships and killed sailors this week, underscoring how the attacks have revived risk in the crucial waterway. Shipowners now have to pay …

Risk

Insurance Journal

JUNE 19, 2025

The Clear Group, he London-based insurance intermediary, announced the acquisition of C.R. a commercial insurance broker based in East Horsley, Surrey, UK. Toogood & Co. Financial details of the deal were not disclosed. Clear said this strategic move underscores …

Broker

Insurance Journal

JUNE 1, 2025

By Chad Hemenway According to The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers (CIAB) quarterly survey, commercial property/casualty premiums across all account sizes in the first quarter of 2025 rose by 4.2%–down 22% from the last three months of 2024 and …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 25, 2025

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Allianz Commercial and Canopius Group. Allianz Commercial Names Nguyen-Huu, Lascar and Head for Portfolio Solutions Team Allianz Commercial announced appointments in its Portfolio … A summary of these new hires follows here.

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JUNE 1, 2025

Premium renewal rates increased year-over-year for all major commercial lines except workers’ compensation, according to first-quarter 2025 results of the Ivans Index. Compared to fourth-quarter 2024, all lines experienced a decrease in average premium renewal rates except umbrella. Premium renewal …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 20, 2025

Simpson Insurance broker Marsh USA is suing rival Alliant Insurance Services, this time for allegedly poaching key commercial surety employees and clients. New York-based Marsh is accusing California-based Alliant of inducing key commercial surety employees to breach … By Andrew G.

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 28, 2025

the UK hybrid fronting insurer in commercial and specialty lines, has entered into an agreement to acquire the Dublin-based insurer, SureStone Insurance DAC. Bridgehaven Europe Holdings Ltd., The deal, for an undisclosed fee, is subject to regulatory approval and customary …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 23, 2025

Competition among European non-life primary insurers is increasing, despite rising claims inflation, according to S&P Global Ratings in a report on the European insurance sector. Property/casualty commercial insurers will face more pressure in 2025, said S&P, explaining that margins will …

Claim

Insurance Journal

JULY 6, 2025

commercial insurance rates went up again in first-quarter 2025, according to the latest findings from WTW’s Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing Survey (CLIPS). Carriers reported an aggregate price increase of 5.3% during the first three months of 2025–down from increases …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 2, 2025

Marsh McLennan Agency, part of the global Marsh insurance brokerage and services companies, has acquired Excel Insurance, an insurance agency in Medley, Florida. Excel was founded in 2020 and provides property/casualty solutions, including auto, watercraft, commercial coverage, homeowners and workers’ …

Commercial

Protect Commercial Insurance

APRIL 11, 2025

Navigating the world of insurance can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding commercial property insurance. This friendly guide will walk you through the essentials of commercial property insurance, helping you protect your business premises and assets with confidence. Let’s dive in!

Commercial Property

Property Insurance Coverage Law

JANUARY 26, 2025

Is an Invasion Covered Under a Commercial Insurance Policy? appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog. where I gave a short explanation of the day: Tampas Mayor refused to hand over the keys to the city on Tuesday to … The post Pirates Invade Tampa!

Commercial Insurance

Insurance Journal

JULY 15, 2025

The Texas Windstorm Insurance Association actuarial and underwriting committee on Monday voted to recommend no rate change for 2026 residential and commercial policies. The TWIA board of directors will consider the recommendation when they meet on August 5. TWIA must …

Policy

Insurance Journal

JULY 7, 2025

According to the MarketScout Market Barometer, the composite rate for U.S. personal lines increased in the second quarter to 4.6%. personal lines rose an average 4.9% during the firth quarter. Dallas-based MarketScout, a division of Novatae Risk Group, said …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 28, 2025

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 …

Commercial Insurance

Tosten Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Water damage can wreak havoc on commercial properties, leading to costly repairs and business disruptions. At Tosten Marketing, we often hear from business owners wondering about their insurance coverage for such incidents. Commercial property insurance water damage coverage is a complex topic with many nuances.

Commercial Property

Insurance Journal

AUGUST 1, 2025

A buyer-friendly competitive commercial insurance market is likely to be short-lived, according to a new analysis of second-quarter 2025 market conditions from global professional services firm Aon. “This is not a typical soft market cycle; it’s a soft market under …

Commercial Insurance

Property Insurance Coverage Law

MARCH 13, 2025

1 At … The post Clear Language Wins the Day: Court Rules Ambiguity Favors Policyholders appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog. 1 At … The post Clear Language Wins the Day: Court Rules Ambiguity Favors Policyholders appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

Policyholder

Insurance Journal

JUNE 3, 2025

Risk Strategies announced it has acquired Schroeder Insurance, a Missouri-based firm with a specialty focus in the commercial lines and private client sectors. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Led by brothers Paul and Ted Schroeder, who each have …

Risk

Protect Commercial Insurance

JUNE 6, 2025

Introduction When it comes to safeguarding your UK small business, one crucial aspect is often overlooked: commercial property insurance. Just like you wouldn’t drive without car insurance, your business premises need protection too. Without it, all your hard work could crumble in an instant.

Commercial Property

Insurance Journal

JUNE 18, 2025

Inszone Insurance Services acquired Evers Insurance LLC in Cave Creek, Arizona. Evers Insurance specializes in commercial insurance, particularly in the garage and auto dealer industries. It was founded in 2011 by Britt Evers. Jake Evers also contributed to the firm’s …

Commercial Insurance

Insurance Journal

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Beazley Taps Generali’s Foucher as Head of Commercial Property, Europe Beazley, the London-based specialty insurer, announced the appointment of … This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Beazley and BMS Re. A summary of these new hires follows here.

Commercial Property

Central Insurance

MAY 19, 2025

Many commercial insurance policies require a premium audit at the end of the term to match your coverage with actual business activity. The post Understanding and Preparing for a Premium Audit appeared first on Central Insurance Blog. Here's what to expectand how to make the process go smoothly.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 20, 2025

Hawley Insurance Co. 2025)), the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York determined that the plaintiff lacked an insurable interest in property it insured because it did not own or possess the property or suffer economic loss due to the propertys destruction. Hawley Insurance Co.

Property Damage

Insurance Journal

JUNE 25, 2025

Three years after Citizens Property Insurance Corp. made the unprecedented move to resolve many of its residential claims disputes through a state agency instead of through litigation, officials are now planning to send some commercial claims down that same path.

Commercial

Insurance Journal

APRIL 6, 2025

World Insurance Associates LLC has acquired Royalty Insurance Services in Van Nuys, California. Royalty has been providing commercial trucking insurance for over 23 years. World Insurance Associates is a national financial services organization headquartered in Iselin, New Jersey operating from …

Insurance

Property Insurance Coverage Law

JULY 28, 2025

In a decision with far-reaching implications for the appraisal process in property insurance disputes, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed last week that appraisers may determine the cause of loss when establishing the amount of loss. The case, Mesco Manufacturing, LLC v.

Property Insurance

Insurance Journal

JUNE 19, 2025

AmRisc, a subsidiary of Alabama-based CRC Group and Truist Insurance Holdings, has launched a reciprocal exchange, initally writing in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, California and Colorado, the company announced this week. Calais Reciprocal Insurance Exchange is domiciled in Illinois and plans …

Commercial

Insurance Journal

JULY 30, 2025

From roof-mounted solar panels and automated warehouses to electric vehicle depots, green technologies are transforming commercial property risk profiles. While these innovations improve energy efficiency and sustainability, they also introduce new challenges: including fire hazards from solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, …

Risk

Property Insurance Coverage Law

JUNE 3, 2025

Instead, it was a lawsuit that put the scope of all-risk commercial property insurance under scrutiny. Lexington Insurance Company, 1 recently decided by an Ohio … The post When Vandals Trigger the Sprinklers: The Battle Over Resulting Losses appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

Commercial Property

Insurance Journal

JUNE 13, 2025

Oklahoma lawmakers this legislative session passed a bill limiting post-loss assignment of benefits for property damage under auto, residential or commercial property insurance policies. House Bill 1084 prohibits the solicitation or acceptance of an assignment of any post-loss insurance benefit …

Property Damage

Insurance Journal

JULY 18, 2025

Aon Appoints Key Leaders in EMEA Commercial Risk Team Insurance broker Aon plc announced several key leadership appointments within … This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Aon and AXA XL. A summary of these new hires follows here.

Commercial

Insurance Journal

APRIL 10, 2025

Soaring levels of civil unrest and political violence are a key concern for businesses of all sizes as well as their insurers, according to report published by Allianz Commercial. The impact of civil unrest or strikes, riots and civil commotion …

Risk

Central Insurance

MAY 27, 2025

Learn how the right insurance policies can help protect your packaging business from equipment breakdowns, liability claims, and costly interruptions. The post Protect Your Packaging Business With the Right Insurance appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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