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Inside the $455M Cargo Theft Surge – 4 Ways to Protect Your Fleet

Insurance Journal

This post is part of a series sponsored by IAT Insurance Group. Cargo theft reached an all-time high in 2024 – up 26% from 2023, with total reported losses of $455 million. The average estimated value per theft rose 7.7% …

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Iowa Public Adjuster Charged With Forgery and Identity Theft

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A Bettendorf, Iowa insurance public adjuster has been charged with forgery and identity theft, the Iowa Insurance Division (IID) announced. Dennis Flaherty, age 74, of Moline, Illinois, was charged with one count of Forgery (Class D felony) and three counts …

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What Insurance Do I Need for my Construction Finish Work Business?

Central Insurance

Learn about insurance coverages built to protect finishing contractors from injuries, theft, and costly delays. The post What Insurance Do I Need for my Construction Finish Work Business? appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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Strategic Cargo Theft Revisited: The Surge Continues – What’s Brewing Podcast (Season 2 | Episode 15)

Insurance Journal

This post is part of a series sponsored by IAT Insurance Group. In the latest episode of What’s Brewing, Pete, Jared, and host Nicole return to discuss the ongoing surge in strategic cargo theft. A recent six-month investigation by CNBC …

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What Appliance Store Insurance Policies Should I Invest In?

Central Insurance

Explore essential appliance store insurance policies to protect your business from liability, theft, property damage, and employee injuries. The post What Appliance Store Insurance Policies Should I Invest In? appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.

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When No One’s Home: Understanding Roleof Vacancy Insurance

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

From burst pipes and property theft to liability and squatter intrusion, a home left unoccupied for an extended period is exposed to a unique set of hazards, many of which may not be covered by a standard homeowners’ insurance policy. Vacant properties also are more susceptible to theft and unauthorized occupancy.

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Founder of Florida Special Needs Trust and Accountant Indicted in $100M Theft

Insurance Journal

Two Florida men, one a former life insurance broker, have been indicted in what prosecutors describe as a scheme to steal more than $100 million from a nonprofit that managed funds for people with disabilities and special needs. Federal authorities …