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Inside This Article: A three-alarm fire at Baltimore’s historic “Castle on Keswick” building caused extensive water damage that destroyed wedding gowns and other property at Jill Andrews Gowns. The loss included client-owned items stored for fittings and alterations, raising concerns over who is financially responsible for damaged heirlooms. Commercial Property Insurance may not cover customers’ belongings, making specialized policies…

Scott Higgins, Executive Vice President, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, breaks down why Property pricing is trending downward for well-controlled risks, General Liability remains largely stable, and Transportation continues to face persistent pricing pressure. See what’s ahead in this Commercial Insurance Outlook excerpt from the Eye on 2026 P&C Webinar. https://vimeo.com/1153010452/f0cfe33b24?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

After a year of record-setting wildfires and an unusually quiet wind and hurricane season, Bill Gatewood, Executive Vice President, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, shares why Personal Insurance may be shifting back to a more “traditional” pattern. Watch this Personal Insurance Outlook from our recent Eye on 2026 P&C webinar. https://vimeo.com/1152984369/3226c59216?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

Kick off the new year with fresh insights into the Property & Casualty insurance market. Watch the Burns & Wilcox Eye on 2026 webinar recording for expert perspectives on how 2025 shaped market conditions—and what’s ahead for Personal, Commercial, and Professional Liability Insurance in 2026. Topics discussed include: Reinsurance trends influencing pricing and capacity Emerging risks and the impact of technology and AI on…

Inside This Article: Kansas City is considering an ordinance that would allow residents to register their homes as short-term rentals during major events such as the World Cup. The proposal aims to expand lodging options to accommodate the expected influx of fans while giving homeowners a chance to benefit economically. Short-term rentals may not be covered by standard Homeowners…

Whether it is a small storefront or a sprawling distribution center, every commercial property faces risks such as burst pipes, electrical fires, or storm damage that could disrupt operations and result in major financial setbacks. To learn how Commercial Property Insurance can help business owners protect their assets, we spoke with Barry Whitton, Managing Director, Broker, Property, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division,…

Flooding is the nation’s most frequent and expensive natural disaster, affecting property owners from coastal cities to inland towns alike. Even a few inches of water can cause catastrophic damage, disrupt operations, and leave homeowners and business owners facing massive repair expenses. To learn more about Flood Insurance and new products reshaping the marketplace, we spoke with Brad Turner, Vice President, National Product…

Inside This Article: Nearly 1 million bottles of Kirkland Signature prosecco were recently recalled due to bottles breaking or shattering, including one reported injury. The large-scale beverage recall follows other recent food and drink recalls involving metal contamination and allergen risks. Product Recall Insurance and Product Liability Insurance can help companies pay for costly recall logistics and injury-related expenses. Additional safeguards such as Business Interruption…

Inside This Article: A Superman #1 comic book discovered in an attic recently sold for more than $9 million. Fine art sales have also broken new records in recent weeks, including a Gustav Klimt painting and a Frida Kahlo self-portrait. High-value collectibles require special insurance coverage under a Personal Articles Floater, as Homeowners Insurance policies would not typically have…

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…

A hailstorm strikes an auto dealership, damaging vehicles on the lot and a customer’s SUV in for service. In this short video, Mandi Bitterlin, Director, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Kansas City, Kansas, shares how the right Garagekeepers coverage could have turned this costly situation into a customer service win. https://vimeo.com/1140168759/bcf4d2e132?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Inside This Article: A Florida jury recently awarded $11.3 million to a shopper who was injured in a Target parking lot. The case, in which the retailer was found to be 90% at fault, highlights how hazards like uneven curbs can lead to “nuclear” verdicts. Businesses with high foot traffic are at greater risk for slip-and-fall accidents, which are…