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Risk Strategies Acquires Felsen Insurance of New Jersey

Insurance Journal

North American specialty insurance brokerage Risk Strategies reports it has acquired Felsen Insurance Services, Inc., a New Jersey-based agency offering commercial and personal property/casualty insurance. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Established in 1985, Felsen is based in Denville, …

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More People Moving In Than Out of Counties With High Catastrophe Risk

Insurance Journal

Despite the dangers and expense associated with living in high-risk areas, large numbers of people are still moving to parts of America most impacted by wildfires, flooding and extreme heat. According to a new report from real estate company Redfin, …

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The Rise of Risk Resiliency and Climate Tech

Majesco

While humankind is not being challenged by machines, we are challenged with the changing risk, in particular climate risk. NAMIC, Moodys, The Institutes, insurers, reinsurers and other industry leaders are all talking about a new era of risk and the need to predict and prevent risk, creating risk resiliency.

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Court Differentiates Vandalism from Theft in First Party Insurance Policy

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The claim included the cost to replace various appliances, and an additional $1,310 for the value of other stolen personal property, including certain tools and clothing. After investigating, Allstate denied coverage, invoking the policy’s vandalism exclusion and increased risk provision. Citing to Allemand v.

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Home Insurance Coverage Gaps You Might Not Know Exist—Until It’s Too Late

TGS

Even homes outside of high-risk flood zones can benefit—25% of flood claims come from low-to-moderate-risk areas. High-Value Items: Jewelry, Art, and Collectibles Standard home insurance limits coverage for high-value personal property—like jewelry, art, or collectibles. No fine print surprises.

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The California Wildfires - What Impact Will They Have On Florida Insurance?

Wren Insurance Agency

The good news is that, according to Mark Frielander with the Insurance Information Institute (video interview link here: Could California wildfires impact Florida home insurance rates? ), carriers assume their own risks in each state and have different subsidiaries as a result.

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Business Owner’s Policy for Restaurants

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Restaurant owners face a complex set of risks that can disrupt operations and threaten profitability. Why Restaurant Need a Business Owners Policy Restaurants are fast-paced, high-risk environments that face frequent challenges from customer injuries and equipment breakdowns to power outages and spoiled inventory.

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