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Below we highlight the top 5 trending intel topics in June 2022. 1. Flood Insurance Flood Modeling & Insurance Perspectives [lgc_column grid=\"20\" tablet_grid=\"20\" mobile_grid=\"100\" last=\"false\"][/lgc_column][lgc_column grid=\"80\" tablet_grid=\"80\" mobile_grid=\"100\" last=\"false\"]The U.S. Flood insurance market is being completely revamped with the launch of the National Flood Insurance Program’s (NFIP) risk rating 2.0, which applies risk modeling technology to evaluate exposure. Simultaneously the…

Hotels, resorts and water parks in Michigan could soon be serving guests at “swim-up” pool bars thanks to new bills recently signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. The legislation, approved June 14, applies to establishments that already have a liquor license and requires them to have lifeguards on duty and adhere to specific guidelines on drink containers, building materials,…

Design errors & omissions and evolving technology are among the most pressing challenges faced by today’s architects, engineers, general contractors, and other design professionals. To learn more about their need for Architects & Engineers Insurance, we spoke with Tameka Livatino, Underwriting Director, Professional Liability, Burns & Wilcox, Chicago, Illinois. What are some of the greatest risks facing architects and engineers…

Strict “anti-party” measures were recently rolled out by Airbnb in an effort to reduce unauthorized parties at vacation rental homes during the summer holidays. The efforts include restrictions on one- and two-night reservations and having guests affirm that they understand the party ban and could face legal action if they do not comply, CNN reported. [lgc_column grid=\"50\" tablet_grid=\"50\" mobile_grid=\"100\" last=\"false\"]First…

Two separate construction accidents in Boston recently caused a stoppage on projects by the region’s largest construction company. According to reports, Suffolk Construction halted work at multiple job sites on May 6 in order to “reinforce safety awareness” after multiple workers were hurt when a former power plant under construction collapsed May 4, followed by an accident at another job…