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Inside This Article: Demand for luxury housing is on the rise in South Florida, where recent data shows sales of properties priced at $1 million or more grew 21% in Miami-Dade County compared to last year. Sales of “ultra-luxury” homes priced at $10 million or more are also expanding across the U.S., including outside of traditional wealth hubs like…

Inside This Article: Wagner SprayTech has recalled more than 700,000 power steamers after receiving at least 156 reports of overheating and hot water release, including more than 50 burn injuries. The recall comes just weeks after another large-scale steam cleaner recall by Dupray, whose product was linked to 15 reports of boiler ruptures and four injuries. Consumer bodily injury claims can…

Inside This Article: A couple in Tennessee recently filed a lawsuit against a restaurant after allegedly being injured when decorative antlers mounted on a wall fell on them. The hospitality industry is seeing an increase in the frequency and severity of injury claims. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can respond to customer injury incidents but may not keep pace with…

Inside This Article: Heavy snowfall, wind, and ice from a major Northeast blizzard in February is expected to cost up to $38 billion, including costly residential damage claims. Ice dams, roof collapse, and slippery walkways are among the risks homeowners face after severe winter storms. Damage related to blizzards is typically covered under Residential Property Insurance, though policies may…

Inside This Article: A Florida gas station is facing a lawsuit after a customer allegedly tripped in a pothole near a gas pump. The suit claims the property owners failed to warn customers of the pothole, which reportedly blended in with the surrounding pavement and created a concealed hazard. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can respond to third-party bodily injury claims related to slip-and-fall accidents. …

Key Takeaways Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, with an estimated 83% of flood losses uninsured. Recurring NFIP disruptions create operational challenges and reinforce the need to evaluate private Flood Insurance alternatives. Private market capacity across Primary and Excess Flood Insurance has expanded, offering higher limits and greater structural flexibility. Parametric Flood solutions provide liquidity tied…

Inside This Article: Many homeowners affected by the Los Angeles wildfires last year have been unable to rebuild after realizing their insurance limits are not sufficient for current rebuilding costs. Rising construction expenses and high demand following disasters are increasing the risk of underinsurance nationwide. Inspections, valuation updates, and reviews of limits, endorsements, and home upgrades can help prevent…

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 pricing, increased competition, and persistent liability pressures are defining Commercial Insurance for 2026. See how social inflation, litigation trends, and sector-specific challenges are shaping coverage, capacity, and underwriting in the Commercial 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 recent analysis found that water and freezing damage claims comprised about 20% of small business insurance claims in 2025, compared to 15% in 2015. Fire continues to be the costliest type of loss, with average claim severity rising to approximately $80,000 in 2025, more than double 2015 levels, Risk & Insurance reported. Rising repair expenses, labor shortages,…

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…