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Key Takeaways Rate trends are diverging across the Property & Casualty (P&C) marketplace, with rapidly decelerating Property pricing and continued moderation in most Liability lines. Property market conditions continue to improve, supported by recent mild catastrophe activity and favorable outcomes from the July 1 reinsurance renewals, although pricing and capacity remain highly sensitive to regional weather patterns and future catastrophic events. …

In our recent Q3 P&C Market Outlook webinar, Ryan Ascenzo, Senior Broker, Professional Liability, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, New York, New York, discussed how AI is influencing emerging cyber exposures and what that could mean for Cyber Insurance going forward. Watch a highlight from the discussion below. https://vimeo.com/1208796170/7fa70debfb?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Softening Property rates, catastrophe exposures, and evolving underwriting priorities are creating new challenges and opportunities across the insurance marketplace. Watch the Q3 2026 P&C Market Outlook recording for expert insights on: Property market conditions and weather-driven trends Casualty market competition and changing carrier appetite Professional Liability developments, including Cyber, D&O, EPLI, and AI-related exposures Strategies for building stronger submissions and…

Inside This Article: Construction defect lawsuits are creating growing financial pressure for some of the nation\'s largest homebuilders, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. Labor shortages, rising costs, and accelerated construction schedules may contribute to defect-related risks. Construction defect lawsuits often name contractors, architects, engineers, and other professionals, all of whom typically need to carry Commercial General Liability…

Inside This Article: Several California residents are suing two healthcare systems over allegations that an AI transcription tool recorded their visits without consent. Older privacy laws are frequently being applied to modern AI tools and data collection practices. Healthcare organizations should review Cyber, Privacy, and Healthcare Liability Insurance coverage to understand potential gaps tied to AI-related privacy claims. Companies implementing AI…

Inside This Article: A $19 million Denver Zoo sea lion habitat project is at the center of a lawsuit alleging design and construction failures. The lawsuit alleges multiple defects in the recently opened habitat, including improper water levels, leaks, and cracking. Architects & Engineers (A&E) Professional Liability Insurance plays a key role when claims arise from alleged design errors or failure…

Key Takeaways While the P&C market is softening and rates are moderating as capacity expands, underwriters remain selective, requiring well-structured submissions to secure optimal terms. Carrier capacity is strong across most lines, with specialty solutions and improved risk mitigation enhancing options for complex and hard-to-place risks. Most Commercial sectors show stable pricing, though litigation and rising loss severity continue to pressure underwriting and…

Inside This Article: A judge issued a default judgment in favor of an Ohio confectionery business after a contractor failed to respond to claims tied to a 2024 demolition incident, WFMJ-TV reported. The lawsuit alleged that debris from a nearby building teardown damaged a neighboring business and equipment, with another establishment also reporting impacts. Contractors performing demolition work face significant third-party…

Inside This Article: Hasbro recently detected a cyber incident that involved unauthorized access to its network. The toy company said containment measures could impact operations for weeks and potentially cause delays in order fulfillment as the investigation continues. Cyberattacks can create immediate operational and financial strain for companies, even before the full scope of a breach is known. Cyber & Privacy Liability Insurance can…

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…

Inside This Article: A recent Stanford and Harvard study found that medical AI systems generated severe clinical errors in a significant percentage of patient cases. Many healthcare professionals are using AI tools on the job, with one recent survey finding that almost half of nurses use generative AI at work. These reports point to an evolving risk landscape for…

Inside This Article: Cyberattacks that target logistics companies are expected to double in 2026 after rising nearly 1000% since 2021, according to research by Everstream Analytics. Hackers are increasingly targeting shared transportation networks rather than individual trucking companies, the new data indicates. When a logistics firm faces a cyber incident, Cyber & Privacy Liability Insurance policies can provide immediate data breach response services. Coverage can also extend to…