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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…

Why It Matters: Construction risk extends well beyond jobsite injuries and physical damage. Design decisions, subcontractor errors, and project management oversights can create liability exposures that may not become apparent until months or years after a project is completed. While construction firms typically carry Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance to cover third-party property damage and bodily injuries, many losses in this industry stem from…

Why It Matters: Serious liability claims can arise from everyday situations involving properties, vehicles, recreational activities, pets, and other personal exposures. Rising costs and social inflation are contributing to larger and more severe outcomes. Individuals with significant assets, youthful drivers in the household, watercraft, swimming pools, trampolines, short-term rental properties, or higher public visibility may face increased liability risks. Reviewing liability limits…

Flood events have surged over the past decade, putting many Residential and Commercial properties, including those outside of traditional flood zones, at risk. Parametric Flood Insurance provides data-driven, trigger-based financial protection for certain exposures, while Traditional Flood Insurance remains a foundational coverage for many property owners. Each product serves a distinct role and can be used independently or together to support a more…

Why It Matters: Medical spas continue to expand the range of services they offer, from aesthetic procedures to weight loss, IV therapies, and alternative, regenerative, or off-label treatments. As offerings evolve, coverage may be impacted by how services are delivered, who performs them, and whether treatments—including non-FDA-approved or compounded products—are disclosed and contemplated within the policy. Policies may include exclusions, limitations, or require specialized coverage to address…

Why It Matters: A fire, severe weather event, cyberattack, equipment breakdown, or other loss can halt a company’s operations instantly, stopping revenue while expenses continue to build. Even short-term downtime can create significant financial strain as payroll, rent, and vendor payments remain due. Business Interruption Coverage can help replace lost income and cover ongoing operating expenses, so a business can remain stable while recovery…

Why It Matters: Many habitational losses are not driven solely by catastrophic events, but by secondary exposures that are often overlooked. These can include mechanical failures, regulatory requirements, and tenant claims over habitability. In the Habitational Insurance marketplace, overlooked coverages can significantly impact loss outcomes for property owners and managers — including the potential for substantial out-of-pocket costs even after a covered loss.…

Inside This Article: A California mother is facing felony charges after prosecutors said her teenage son struck and critically injured an 81-year-old man while riding a high-powered electric motorbike, according to the Los Angeles Times. Cities and lawmakers across the U.S. are debating new regulations as e-bike injuries and fatalities rise, according to The Guardian. Incidents involving standard e-bikes…

Inside This Article: More homeowners are choosing to rent out their homes when they are unable to sell them in today’s slower housing market, according to recent reports. When a property becomes tenant-occupied, the owner will typically need to change their Homeowners Insurance policy to a Dwelling Fire policy. Water damage and fire claims are among the most common risks associated with rental…

Personal Insurance solutions for affluent and high-net-worth clients often require evaluating more than the property itself. In this clip from our recent High-Value Solutions webinar, Albert Reed, Manager, Personal Insurance, Senior Underwriter, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, San Francisco, California, discusses the importance of assessing the individual behind the risk when building comprehensive coverage solutions. https://vimeo.com/1194400162/1191ac75f8?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

Changing market conditions may create new opportunities to strengthen Personal Insurance coverage for affluent and high-net-worth individuals. In this clip from our recent High-Value Solutions webinar, Kris Guasch, Associate Managing Director, Underwriter, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, discusses how brokers and agents may be able to revisit coverage options and secure broader protection for clients. https://vimeo.com/1194062504/5cde65c71d?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

The Personal Insurance market is transitioning out of a hard market cycle, though underwriting discipline remains. In this clip from our recent High-Value Solutions webinar, Sarah Chandonnet, Director, Private Client, Burns & Wilcox, Detroit/Farmington Hills, Michigan, discusses where brokers and agents may be finding greater market flexibility for affluent and high-net-worth clients. https://vimeo.com/1194061394/581538c48c?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci