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140-MPH Tornado Strikes Before Warning, Exposing Costly Coverage Gaps
Inside This Article: An EF3 tornado with estimated 140-mile-per-hour winds reached Wisconsin communities before a tornado warning could be issued and caused extensive damage to buildings and utilities, news outlets reported. Severe storms accounted for eight of the 12 billion-dollar weather and climate disasters recorded in the U.S. during the first half of 2026, according to Climate Central. Today’s Homeowners Insurance policies increasingly
Claude AI Models Breach 3 Organizations During Testing
Inside This Article: Claude AI models recently gained unauthorized access to three outside organizations’ systems during cybersecurity evaluations, according to Anthropic. Anthropic uncovered the incidents during a review of 141,006 evaluation runs and said two affected organizations had not detected the breach before being notified. Cyber & Privacy Liability Insurance and Technology Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance may respond to losses involving
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Inside This Article: A recent crane collapse at a Fort Lauderdale YMCA construction site sent equipment partially into the road just feet from a passing driver. Improperly secured loads, inadequate crane stabilization, loads near or above capacity, and wind are among the most common conditions that contribute to crane incidents. Damage to the project or surrounding property can lead to costly…
Inside This Article: Demand for senior care is rising as the number of older Americans grows. Recent data shows that senior care claims are becoming more costly and taking longer to resolve. Professional Liability Insurance and Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can respond to claims involving resident injuries and other incidents. Proactive risk management and working with a specialized insurance broker can help facilities navigate tightening underwriting…
Inside This Article: A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak reportedly involving Taylor Farms lettuce served at Taco Bell has prompted multiple lawsuits.  The outbreak has surpassed 22,000 confirmed or suspected cases across 47 states. Products Liability Insurance can help protect businesses against covered claims alleging bodily injury caused by contaminated food. Companies that produce or sell food are also encouraged to purchase Product Recall Insurance and review documentation protocols and…
Inside This Article: A recent lawsuit alleges a teen suffered serious injuries after jumping into a pool during a senior skip-day party at a home in Arizona. The lawsuit claims the homeowners were aware of the party, which allegedly included underage drinking and had more than 100 attendees. Homeowners Insurance can help respond to third-party bodily injury lawsuits, including legal…
Key Takeaways  Rate trends are diverging across the Property & Casualty (P&C) marketplace, with rapidly decelerating Property pricing and continued moderation in most Liability lines. Property market conditions continue to improve, supported by recent mild catastrophe activity and favorable outcomes from the July 1 reinsurance renewals, although pricing and capacity remain highly sensitive to regional weather patterns and future catastrophic events. …
Inside This Article: Two major warehouse fires that erupted in California within the span of a week caused significant physical damage and raised environmental concerns. Officials are investigating the causes of both fires as cleanup efforts move forward. Property damage, business interruption, and environmental impacts can be covered by insurance policies including Commercial Property Insurance and Site Pollution Liability Insurance. Accurate property…
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Key Takeaways: Liquor Liability remains one of the most challenging coverages in the Hospitality market, driven by reduced carrier capacity, tightening limits, and ongoing rate pressure. Jurisdictional differences continue to drive underwriting outcomes, particularly for Liquor Liability risks in areas with strict dram shop laws, such as South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, and Washington, D.C. Emerging exposures, including human trafficking, THC/CBD beverages,…
Short-term and vacation rentals can create unique coverage considerations. In this clip from our recent Hospitality Insurance webinar, Nick Caletri, Senior Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, New Orleans, LA, explains how factors such as occupancy, ownership structure, and carrier guidelines can influence whether a risk is placed in the personal or commercial market. https://vimeo.com/1219665578/26c42ac678?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
New hospitality trends are bringing new liability concerns. In this short clip from our recent Hospitality Insurance webinar, Ashley Poe, Associate Managing Director, Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Charlotte, NC, explores how CBD and THC beverages, virtual reality attractions, and other emerging exposures are reshaping risks in the hospitality industry and creating important coverage conversations for brokers and agents. https://vimeo.com/1219667793/9b5e39e769?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Opportunities are emerging in the hotel sector. In this clip from our recent Hospitality Insurance webinar, Nicholas Enriquez, Associate Managing Director, Burns & Wilcox Brokerage, Scottsdale, AZ, discusses renewed carrier appetite for hotel risks, key underwriting considerations, and what brokers and agents should watch as market conditions evolve. https://vimeo.com/1219665964/c0bd9c711f?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Scenario 1: An office building had a clogged drain, and a staff member used chemicals to unclog the drain, sending noxious fumes through the HVAC system. RELATED STATS: Companies within the building may need to close for the day, losing out on a day’s worth of business. There may also be costs associated with hiring professionals to unclog the drain…
Hospitality risks remain among the most challenging classes to place due to evolving liability exposures, capacity constraints, and varying underwriting requirements across jurisdictions and risk profiles. In this webinar, Burns & Wilcox experts discuss market conditions, Liquor Liability, and emerging exposures such as CBD and THC beverages, virtual reality venues, guest safety risks, and vacation rentals. They also share risk management best practices and submission strategies that…
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