Should CGL and BAP Be Written in the Same Insurer?
One of the most common claim scenarios reported through the VU “Ask an Expert” service involves injury or damage arising from the loading or unloading of a vehicle or its…
One of the most common claim scenarios reported through the VU “Ask an Expert” service involves injury or damage arising from the loading or unloading of a vehicle or its…
A commercial prospect’s CEO drives a company car. The current agent told the CEO that DOC coverage is not necessary if Symbol 1 coverage is used for liability since it…
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb 12, 2015 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) is strongly opposed to S. 463, a bill introduced by Sen.…
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb 4, 2015 — The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) is strongly opposed to S. 345, a bill introduced yesterday by…
There is increasing interest in, and use of, drones for various business activities, from real estate agents to contractors. Unfortunately, there is little, if any, coverage under most CGL and…
Are you ever confused about whether a particular policy form is a pure ISO form, a modified version, or a proprietary insurer form? This article provides a three-test approach for…
The following is an article written by Tennessee Big “I” member (and the very first VU newsletter subscriber) Alan Johnson, CPCU, ARM-P, AIS, AINS about a recent Tennessee Court of…
Your computerized telephone system is hacked and the perpetrators ring up $500,000 in unauthorized toll charges. The claim is denied under the property policy, crime policy, and cyber policy. Is…
A painter paints vinyl siding a darker color. When the newly painted vinyl siding is exposed to direct sunlight, the painted siding warps. Does the painter’s CGL policy respond to…
A large hailstorm and heavy rain resulted in substantial interior damage to a commercial building. Apparently hail stones clogged up the drains, causing the water to back up into the…