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Crane Collapses at YMCA Construction Site, Narrowly Missing Driver
Inside This Article: A recent crane collapse at a Fort Lauderdale YMCA construction site sent equipment partially into the road just feet from a passing driver. Improperly secured loads, inadequate crane stabilization, loads near or above capacity, and wind are among the most common conditions that contribute to crane incidents. Damage to the project or surrounding property can lead to costly
$253,000 and Rising: Senior Care Claim Costs Climb
Inside This Article: Demand for senior care is rising as the number of older adults grows. Recent data shows that senior care claims are becoming more costly and taking longer to resolve. Professional Liability Insurance and Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance can respond to claims involving resident injuries and other incidents. Proactive risk management and working with a specialized insurance broker can help
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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,…
Key Takeaways Commercial Auto remains challenging, with combined ratios above 100% and 55 consecutive quarters of rate increases keeping underwriting tight. Capacity is available but selective. Complete submissions, strong safety culture, and telematics can meaningfully improve pricing and options. Loss severity continues to rise due to inflation, nuclear verdicts, repair costs, supply-chain delays, and growing EV exposures. Enforcement of English-language proficiency rules intensified in 2025, worsening…
Gene’ Cain, Broker, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox, Brokerage Division, Atlanta, Georgia, breaks down why Commercial Auto rates continue climbing after 55 consecutive quarters, highlighting severity trends, supply chain delays, and emerging risks tied to electric vehicles. This insight from our recent Transportation webinar offers a clear look at the factors driving Physical Damage and Liability losses. https://vimeo.com/1145667389/a029430501?fl=ip&fe=ec
Renee Jones, Underwriter, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Texas, highlights how proactive loss mitigation—rooted in a strong safety culture—can meaningfully influence premium. In this clip from our recent Transportation webinar, she explains how telematics, driver-facing cameras, and consistent loss control practices help reduce frequency and severity while improving pricing options. https://vimeo.com/1145669562/66ef496443?fl=ip&fe=ec
In this clip from our recent Transportation & Garage Insurance webinar, Liza Zarate, Underwriter, Transportation, Burns & Wilcox, San Antonio, Texas, highlights how stricter enforcement of English proficiency regulations is impacting the trucking industry—and where brokers and agents can still find opportunity. https://vimeo.com/1145736966/afee42d510?fl=ip&fe=ec
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…
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