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Drivers, Local Authorities Deal with Tough Winter’s Potholes

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 10, 2015 — Poor road conditions have cost consumers and the insurance industry at least $27 billion over a five year period, according to a 2014 survey…

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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…

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Is DOC Needed if the BAP Has Symbol 1?

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…

Drones and the ISO CGL Policy

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…

Is It ISO or Is It Memorex Insurance Company?

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…

Telephone Toll Fraud Coverage

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…

Thermal damage to Vinyl Siding…Covered by a CGL Policy?

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…

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