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Inside This Article: A three-alarm fire at Baltimore’s historic “Castle on Keswick” building caused extensive water damage that destroyed wedding gowns and other property at Jill Andrews Gowns. The loss included client-owned items stored for fittings and alterations, raising concerns over who is financially responsible for damaged heirlooms. Commercial Property Insurance may not cover customers’ belongings, making specialized policies…

In this clip from the Eye on 2026 P&C webinar, Chris Zoidis, President & Chief Executive Officer, Atain Insurance Companies, explains why the January 1 renewal cycle delivered bigger‑than‑expected Property rate drops and what it means for the 2026 market. https://vimeo.com/1152988213/8a2ae13848?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

In this Eye on 2026 P&C webinar clip, Andy Wood, Senior Vice President, Professional Liability Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, breaks down why Professional Liability remains fiercely competitive, how rising cyber and severity trends are pressuring profitability, and why 2026 may mark a shift toward stronger underwriting and pricing discipline. https://vimeo.com/1152987046/b5607e7a34?fl=ip&fe=ec  

Scott Higgins, Executive Vice President, Commercial Insurance, Burns & Wilcox, breaks down why Property pricing is trending downward for well-controlled risks, General Liability remains largely stable, and Transportation continues to face persistent pricing pressure. See what’s ahead in this Commercial Insurance Outlook excerpt from the Eye on 2026 P&C Webinar. https://vimeo.com/1153010452/f0cfe33b24?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci  

Kick off the new year with fresh insights into the Property & Casualty insurance market. Watch the Burns & Wilcox Eye on 2026 webinar recording for expert perspectives on how 2025 shaped market conditions—and what’s ahead for Personal, Commercial, and Professional Liability Insurance in 2026. Topics discussed include: Reinsurance trends influencing pricing and capacity Emerging risks and the impact of technology and AI on…

Key Takeaways SAM Insurance coverage — once routinely included in package policies — is now often excluded, sublimited, or priced with high deductibles and premiums, making it increasingly difficult to secure. A rise in claim frequency and severity, combined with legislative changes that extend or eliminate statutes of limitations, are prompting insurers to tighten underwriting guidelines or exit the space entirely. A…

Organizations serving vulnerable populations are experiencing a rise in complex liability risks, with claims becoming more frequent and severe. As standard carriers exit the space and contractual requirements evolve, Sexual Abuse and Molestation (SAM) coverage is increasingly needed and often only available through the Excess & Surplus (E&S) market. For further insight, we spoke with Rahmad Bauldrick, Vice President, Regional Practice…

Whether it is a small storefront or a sprawling distribution center, every commercial property faces risks such as burst pipes, electrical fires, or storm damage that could disrupt operations and result in major financial setbacks. To learn how Commercial Property Insurance can help business owners protect their assets, we spoke with Barry Whitton, Managing Director, Broker, Property, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division,…

Inside This Article: Nearly 1 million bottles of Kirkland Signature prosecco were recently recalled due to bottles breaking or shattering, including one reported injury. The large-scale beverage recall follows other recent food and drink recalls involving metal contamination and allergen risks. Product Recall Insurance and Product Liability Insurance can help companies pay for costly recall logistics and injury-related expenses. Additional safeguards such as Business Interruption…

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…

Inside This Article: A $290,000 report produced by Deloitte for the Australian government contained alleged AI-generated errors, including fabricated citations. The firm agreed to partially refund the government after the inaccuracies were identified. AI mistakes are a growing risk across U.S. industries as more companies integrate generative technology. Companies should review how their Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance and Directors & Officers…

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…