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Inside This Article: An 82-year-old woman in Georgia was awarded over $4.2 million in relation to a 2020 incident in which she was attacked by her neighbor’s dog. Settlements for dog bites and other Personal Liability claims are on the rise as medical and legal costs continue to climb. The cost of dog bite-related injury claims increased 18.3% in…

A heartbreaking accident in Twin Falls, Idaho, left a father paralyzed after attempting tricks on a backyard trampoline during a friend’s barbecue, KMVT reported. The devastating incident is a reminder of how quickly everyday moments can turn tragic—and the liability risks homeowners may face when someone is seriously injured on their property. “The incident is a…

The Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance landscape is evolving, shaped by shifting market conditions, emerging risks, and changing carrier appetites. Watch the Burns & Wilcox P&C Market Outlook Q2 2025 webinar replay to gain valuable insights from industry leaders on the latest trends across the Commercial, Personal, and Professional Liability Insurance markets, including: Strategies for brokers and agents to succeed…

Personal Liability Insurance can help protect individuals from financial losses when they are found liable for causing injury or property damage to others, whether they are renters, high-value homeowners or mid-range property owners. Personal Insurance solutions also cover cherished items like jewelry, recreational vehicles, private collections, or other property coverage. To learn more, we spoke with Kate​​​​ Wright, Associate Vice…

The wildfires in Southern California have deeply affected countless individuals, underscoring the devastating consequences of severe weather conditions. Our thoughts are with those impacted and the first responders working tirelessly to safeguard lives and communities. In our regularly scheduled Eye on 2025: Property and Casualty (P&C) webinar, our expert panel expressed their support for those affected by the wildfires and…

A pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in The Wizard of Oz recently became the most valuable movie memorabilia ever sold at auction, fetching $32.5 million in the Heritage Auctions sale that closed Dec. 7. The iconic shoes were sold alongside the hat worn by the Wicked Witch in the 1939 film; the hat sold for $2.9 million,…

In the recent Burns & Wilcox Residential Property webinar, special guest Virginia Mathurin, Director, Property Underwriting, Personal Lines, Markel Specialty, explored the nationwide growth of E&S insurance, driven by admitted carriers retreating from risks due to inflation, rising reconstruction costs, and increased weather events. https://vimeo.com/1036876499/e653e69341?share=copy

Albert Reed, Manager, Personal Insurance, Senior Underwriter, Personal Insurance, San Francisco, CA, shared insights in the Burns & Wilcox Residential Property webinar about the significant growth in E&S and the role of DIC policies in addressing coverage limitations from admitted carriers in California. https://vimeo.com/1036899006/a8463b5d5c?share=copy

During the recent Burns & Wilcox Residential Property webinar, Heather Posner, Vice President, National Product Leader, Private Client, Burns & Wilcox, Cleveland, OH, highlighted the growing need for solutions like flood, earthquake, and deductible buybacks to address gaps in protection. https://vimeo.com/1036886620/925a4bdd7e?share=copy  

The E&S market is transforming, and Residential Property risks are finding a new home in the non-admitted space. Watch the recording of “The E&S Evolution: Solutions for Residential Properties” to gain expert insights into the trends reshaping the industry. Learn strategies to: Secure tailored solutions Navigate challenges Elevate your client service Panelists: Heather Posner, Vice President, National Product Leader, Private…

The owner of an Airbnb in Ithaca, New York, is suing Cornell University and the vacation rental platform in a lawsuit that claims a group of international students who rented her home caused $200,000 in severe and \"bizarre\" damages during their eight-day stay. In the lawsuit, the owner alleges that the exchange students — reportedly “hand-picked” for a summer program…

In our latest P&C webinar, Pamela Alphabet, Associate Vice President, Regional Practice Group Leader, Personal Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Scottsdale, Arizona, discussed what is driving the hard market and ways to secure coverage. https://vimeo.com/1020710933/6d578c97e7?share=copy Want more information? You can watch the entire webinar here.