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Professional Liability: AI & Cyber Claims
In our recent Q3 P&C Market Outlook webinar, Ryan Ascenzo, Senior Broker, Professional Liability, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, New York, New York, discussed how AI is influencing emerging cyber exposures and what that could mean for Cyber Insurance going forward. Watch a highlight from the discussion below. https://vimeo.com/1208796170/7fa70debfb?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Personal Insurance: Technical Rate Floors
Continued rate softening and the return of admitted market capacity is reshaping the Personal Insurance market. In our recent P&C Market Outlook webinar, Ryan Connolly, Regional Practice Group Leader, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Nashville, Tennessee, discussed why carriers are approaching technical rate floors and what that could mean for market conditions in the months ahead. Watch a highlight from…
Commercial Insurance: Property Valuations
As the Commercial Insurance market continues to evolve, maintaining accurate property valuations has never been more important. In our recent P&C Market Outlook webinar, William Briscoe, Vice President, Alabama & Mississippi, Managing Director, Burns & Wilcox, Birmingham, Alabama, discussed why underwriting discipline and valuation integrity continue to drive the best outcomes in today\'s market. Watch a highlight from the discussion…
Webinar: P&C Market Outlook – Q3 2026
Softening Property rates, catastrophe exposures, and evolving underwriting priorities are creating new challenges and opportunities across the insurance marketplace. Watch the Q3 2026 P&C Market Outlook recording for expert insights on: Property market conditions and weather-driven trends Casualty market competition and changing carrier appetite Professional Liability developments, including Cyber, D&O, EPLI, and AI-related exposures Strategies for building stronger submissions and…
Construction Site Vandalism Exposes Equipment Coverage Gaps
Inside This Article: Several pieces of heavy construction equipment were severely damaged in a recent vandalism incident at a California housing development. Damage to heavy equipment can create major financial and operational challenges for contractors, including project delays and replacement equipment costs. Contractors should review their Inland Marine Insurance and related coverages to ensure owned, leased, and borrowed equipment is adequately…
$1.5M Outback Steakhouse Lawsuit Alleges Mashed Potato Slip-and-Fall
Inside This Article: A recent lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse seeks over $1.5 million in damages after a customer allegedly slipped on spilled mashed potatoes. Employee training and documentation can play a critical role when responding to slip-and-fall claims. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can help businesses respond to third-party bodily injury allegations. Rising claim severity is prompting many businesses to…
Construction Market Overview: Terms and Conditions That Can Impact Claims
Key Takeaways: Seemingly minor changes in policy language can significantly alter how coverage responds for Construction risks, particularly when embedded within broader endorsements. Common exclusions and limitations—including Action Over, subsidence, and hot work provisions—can create gaps that may not be immediately apparent during placement. Aligning policy language with contractor operations and contractual obligations is essential to helping reduce unexpected coverage gaps and claim disputes. [button link=\"https://issuu.com/docs/f0637d3760be370e8b4a3620bbbbd7a0?fr=sN2E2MjkyMjc3ODc\"…
Report: Construction Defect Claims on the Rise
Inside This Article: Construction defect lawsuits are creating growing financial pressure for some of the nation\'s largest homebuilders, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. Labor shortages, rising costs, and accelerated construction schedules may contribute to defect-related risks. Construction defect lawsuits often name contractors, architects, engineers, and other professionals, all of whom typically need to carry Commercial General Liability…
Construction Insurance: Hot Work Exclusions
A Hot Work exclusion does not just affect coverage—it can signal important risk management requirements. In the clip below, Brittani Marrott, Manager, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Salt Lake City, Utah, explains how these exclusions encourage contractors to implement risk controls that can help prevent costly fire losses. https://vimeo.com/1202182375/0f725104f6?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Construction Insurance: Subsidence Exclusions
A subsidence claim does not always require contractor negligence to become a coverage issue. In this clip from our recent Construction Insurance webinar, Alex Fifelski, Broker, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, Atlanta, Georgia, explains how subsidence exclusions can leave contractors exposed when earth movement contributes to a loss. https://vimeo.com/1202183081/3ca2a457b1?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Construction Insurance: Action Over Exclusions
One of the most dangerous construction coverage gaps can be hidden in the fine print. In this clip, David Gross, Vice President, Managing Director, Broker, Casualty, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, North Dallas, TX, highlights the risks behind Action Over claims and why a closer review of endorsements can help uncover issues before they turn into serious problems. https://vimeo.com/1202181526/43de2cc8ef?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
$25M ‘Tomato Fraud’ Lawsuit Tests Food Authenticity Claims
Inside This Article: A proposed class-action lawsuit alleges a popular tomato brand misled consumers about the authenticity of its San Marzano tomatoes. While the brand has called the claims meritless, even unproven allegations can lead to significant legal expenses and reputational damage. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can help cover expenses associated with advertising-related lawsuits, while Excess Liability Insurance can provide additional protection. Companies…
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