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Court: 911 Not Part of Emergency Services, Barring Dispatcher Liability Coverage

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A 911 dispatch center is not necessarily part of a county’s emergency services department and is not covered by a secondary liability insurance policy, a federal appeals court found this week in a decision that will cost Travelers several million …

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Berkshire Hathaway Drums Support for Liability Insurance Cover for Biotech in Australia

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Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has unveiled a new management liability insurance policy specifically designed for Australia’s life sciences, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies. This move signals a strong commitment to supporting one of the country’s most dynamic and innovation-driven industries.

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New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Rates to Drop 3.9% for 2025

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New Jersey Commissioner of Banking and Insurance Justin Zimmerman has approved a 6.9% statewide average decrease in rates for workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance. The new rates will apply to new and renewal policies effective January 1, 2025. The …

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The Importance of Product Liability Insurance for Manufacturers in Germany

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In my years of working in Germany, Ive worked with many manufacturers, big and small, who underestimated product liability insurance. Even if everyone ignores this policy, I least expected it from companies exporting their products abroad. For them, this policy shouldnt just be a formality but a lifeline. Do you know why?

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New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Rates to Drop 3.9% for 2025

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New Jersey Commissioner of Banking and Insurance Justin Zimmerman has approved a 6.9% statewide average decrease in rates for workers’ compensation and employers’ liability insurance. The new rates will apply to new and renewal policies effective January 1, 2025. The …

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Business Insurance for LLCs: What Policies Do You Need for Full Coverage?

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Learn why business insurance for LLCs is essential to protect your assets and operations. Explore key policies like general liability, property, and professional liability insurance, ensuring full coverage for your business. The post Business Insurance for LLCs: What Policies Do You Need for Full Coverage?

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‘Geoeconomic Fragmentation’ Challenges Insurers: Geneva Association

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January 2025 report from the Geneva Association, titled “Insurance in a Fragmented World Economy,” found that geopolitical tensions have driven the global economy toward “geoeconomic fragmentation.” ” Geoeconomics refers to the intersection of geopolitical forces and economic policies.

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