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Inside This Article: A $19 million Denver Zoo sea lion habitat project is at the center of a lawsuit alleging design and construction failures. The lawsuit alleges multiple defects in the recently opened habitat, including improper water levels, leaks, and cracking. Architects & Engineers (A&E) Professional Liability Insurance plays a key role when claims arise from alleged design errors…

Inside This Article: A semi-trailer crash in Michigan earlier this year spilled about 26,000 pounds of plastic pellets across 11 miles of roadway. The polystyrene plastic “nurdles” were also found in the Kalamazoo River following the release, which included an additional spill during towing. The nurdles sank into the river sediment, making full recovery challenging and costly. A recent report found hazardous…

Inside This Article: A judge issued a default judgment in favor of an Ohio confectionery business after a contractor failed to respond to claims tied to a 2024 demolition incident, WFMJ-TV reported. The lawsuit alleged that debris from a nearby building teardown damaged a neighboring business and equipment, with another establishment also reporting impacts. Contractors performing demolition work face significant third-party…

Key Takeaways While the P&C market is softening and rates are moderating as capacity expands, underwriters remain selective, requiring well-structured submissions to secure optimal terms. Carrier capacity is strong across most lines, with specialty solutions and improved risk mitigation enhancing options for complex and hard-to-place risks. Most Commercial sectors show stable pricing, though litigation and rising loss severity continue to pressure underwriting and…

Inside This Article: A partial structural collapse at an Illinois condominium complex in early March forced a full evacuation and prompted inspections of nearby buildings. Officials said early findings point to the failure of a support column in an underground garage. Habitational Insurance programs, including Commercial Property Insurance and Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance, can help cover building repairs and potential third-party liability…

Improving CAT conditions, advanced modeling, and renewed capacity are reshaping Personal Insurance for 2026. See how risk-mitigated homes, smarter underwriting, and solutions like Parametric Flood Insurance are helping manage exposure and support sustainable pricing in our Personal Insurance 2026 Forecast SlideShare.  

Moderating rates, expanding capacity, and disciplined underwriting are setting the 2026 tone for Property & Casualty Insurance. See what is shaping the year ahead in our P&C 2026 Forecast SlideShare.  

Inside This Article: A Washington state school district has sued a builder and architect over alleged defects that forced the closure of a new $18 million elementary school. Problems reported included electrical shocks, water intrusion, floorboard gaps, and other issues that led to relocating more than 500 students. The allegations highlight the importance of Construction Insurance policies including Architects & Engineers…

Key Takeaways The Property market is softening: rates are down, terms are broader, deductibles are lower, and capacity is expanding. The Casualty market remains firm, with rising rates and tighter terms driven by social inflation and nuclear verdicts. Catastrophic perils—especially wildfire and wind—continue to drive demand for specialized solutions such as Wrap programs, wind pools, and deductible buy-downs. Ordinance & Law, Equipment Breakdown, and Habitability Insurance are often…

From navigating key endorsements and exclusions—like pollution and dog breed restrictions—to proactively reviewing lease agreements and carrier requirements, Nicholas Freeman, Associate Managing Director, Broker, Casualty, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, North Dallas, Texas, explains how upfront information and clear communication can help unlock broader coverage options and streamline the General Liability quoting process for Habitational properties. https://vimeo.com/1139408968/94aabea6c0?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Teresa Cowper, Broker, Property, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, Atlanta, Georgia, shares insights on how windfall markets are reshaping Habitational Insurance. Watch now to learn how innovative solutions—including wind deductible buy-downs—can help minimize out-of-pocket costs and maximize protection in a softening market. https://vimeo.com/1139407961/f1c8f19247?fl=ip&fe=ec

The right wholesale partner makes all the difference. Chelsie Tysdal, Associate Managing Director, Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Woodland Hills, California, explains how Wrap coverage—paired with leak detection and regular inspections—helped secure coverage for a high-risk Habitational property with a history of water damage claims. https://vimeo.com/1139409688/a8e3985de5?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci