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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…

Inside This Article:  A Washington state school district has sued a builder and architect over alleged defects that forced the closure of a new $18 million elementary school.  Problems reported included electrical shocks, water intrusion, floorboard gaps, and other issues that led to relocating more than 500 students.  The allegations highlight the importance of Construction Insurance policies including Architects & Engineers…

Inside This Article:  Alabama’s attorney general filed a lawsuit alleging that a medical spa administered non-FDA-approved versions of GLP-1 weight loss drugs without informing patients that the formulations were not authorized.  The situation underscores growing concerns as medspas rapidly expand weight loss offerings amid strong consumer demand and uneven regulatory oversight.  Allegations involving drug misrepresentation or lack of informed consent can…

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  

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…