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$16M Verdict Follows Mechanical Bull Injury at Bar
Inside This Article: A couple was recently awarded $16 million after suing a Kansas City bar where the man allegedly fell from a mechanical bull. Before the trial, the couple sought $8 million to settle the case, while the defendants offered $2.2 million, according to Missouri Lawyers Media. Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can cover customer injury claims; however,
Med Spa Hit With $25,000 Penalty Over Unauthorized Drugs
Inside This Article: An Ohio med spa was fined $25,000 after investigators found unauthorized prescription drug orders and other violations. A patient lost consciousness after using a drug provided by one of the med spa’s owners, according to the state investigation. Medical Malpractice Insurance and Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can address different aspects of med spa risks. As
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Scenario 1: A fitness equipment company issues a recall for adjustable dumbbells after multiple reports of weights unexpectedly falling off and injuring users. RELATED STAT: Claims over customer injuries could cost millions of dollars. U.S. product recalls are on the rise and were expected to reach a six-year high at the end of 2024. SOLUTION: Product Liability Insurance can help…
Key Takeaways Rapid growth in regenerative and alternative therapies is expanding Healthcare Liability exposures across medspas and healthcare providers. Coverage considerations are multifaceted, with many carriers applying exclusions, limitations, and strict underwriting requirements for non-FDA-approved and off-label treatments. A complex regulatory environment, driven by both federal and state oversight, impacts how Healthcare Liability risks are evaluated and underwritten Many claims stem from insufficient informed consent, patient screening, and marketing practices…
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…
Scenario 1: A homeowners association (HOA) is sued by a homeowner who claims he was unfairly targeted for bylaw violations. RELATED STAT: The HOA board and its individual members could incur thousands of dollars in legal fees and potential settlement amounts. SOLUTION: Directors & Officers (D&O) Insurance can cover HOA legal defense, indemnity payments and other costs. Learn more …
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…
Misleading marketing materials, website content and social media posts can quickly become a significant Healthcare Liability exposure. In this short clip from our recent webinar on regenerative and alternative therapies, Lily Chetosky, Broker, Professional Liability, Burns & Wilcox, Chicago, Illinois, explains how patient expectations shaped by marketing can lead to costly claims. https://vimeo.com/1177367526/0dad2278f1?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
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