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For those clients who own a business of any size, it is important to obtain the necessary coverage to protect against the wide variety of risks associated with commercial operations. From general to specialized coverage, Burns & Wilcox has unparalleled access to the broadest range of Commercial Insurance Coverage available.
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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
A fire forces a neighborhood restaurant to close for months. While Property Insurance helps cover repairs to the dining room and kitchen and replace damaged equipment, the owner had no protection for lost revenue, ongoing expenses, or payroll. In this short video, Bonnie Steen, Regional Vice President, Managing Director, Burns & Wilcox, New Orleans, Louisiana, explains how Business Income Insurance can help restaurants…
From navigating key endorsements and exclusions—like pollution and dog breed restrictions—to proactively reviewing lease agreements and carrier requirements, Nicholas Freeman, Associate Managing Director, Broker, Casualty, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, North Dallas, Texas, explains how upfront information and clear communication can help unlock broader coverage options and streamline the General Liability quoting process for Habitational properties. https://vimeo.com/1139408968/94aabea6c0?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Teresa Cowper, Broker, Property, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, Atlanta, Georgia, shares insights on how windfall markets are reshaping Habitational Insurance. Watch now to learn how innovative solutions—including wind deductible buy-downs—can help minimize out-of-pocket costs and maximize protection in a softening market. https://vimeo.com/1139407961/f1c8f19247?fl=ip&fe=ec
The right wholesale partner makes all the difference. Chelsie Tysdal, Associate Managing Director, Underwriter, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, Woodland Hills, California, explains how Wrap coverage—paired with leak detection and regular inspections—helped secure coverage for a high-risk Habitational property with a history of water damage claims. https://vimeo.com/1139409688/a8e3985de5?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci
Gain timely insights into the evolving Habitational Insurance market with our latest on-demand webinar. This session delivers updates on market trends, emerging risks, and creative E&S solutions for challenging exposures. https://vimeo.com/1139052191/0d0ea829a4?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…