Personal Lines

Who Is Liable When No One Is Driving?

Opinions vary regarding the widespread availability and ultimate acceptance in the US of fully autonomous vehicles. Some foresee widespread adoption of fully autonomous vehicles within the next “automotive generation” (within…

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Home Sharing Hosts and the Loss of Income

Home sharing hosts have exposures not common to many homeowner clients, a business income exposure. When an unexpected loss occurs, the home owner losses a source of revenue. Does the…

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The “Business Use” Exclusion in the Personal Auto Policy

In practical application, the PAP extends coverage for the business use of a “your covered auto” provided it’s not used to carry people or property for a fee (i.e., Uber…

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Mid-Term Cancellations

Once a policy is in effect and has existed beyond the underwriting period, provisions still exist allowing the carrier to cancel the policy during the policy period. These are often…

Uh-Oh, I Damaged a Rental Car

“Should I buy the damage waiver?” A question you probably receive from your clients on a regular basis. What do you tell them? Is it worth the money?

The Pimping Economy

Ownership, or rather the desire to own, is changing. More and more people see less and less the need to own something they don’t use on a regular basis. As…

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Deleting a Car and Cancelling a Homeowners’ Policy

The client calls and tells you they have sold or traded in their car. Do you delete coverage that day? Be careful. What about if the insureds have sold their…

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How Does a “Person” Become Legally Liable?

Liability policies, whether the HO, PAP or CGL, respond when the insured is judged to be “legally liable” for the injury or damage. But how is “legal liability” determined? That…

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How Vacant is Vacant – But What if it’s NOT Vacant?

Vacant land, or what qualifies as vacant land, is a common question for the VU. Two recent “Ask an Expert” questions specific to vacant land indicated the need to address…

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Ignore the Bank, Go With Replacement Cost

Everyday agents are asked, well required, by banks to provide Coverage A limits in excess of the developed replacement cost. Why are such requests made? So that Coverage A limits…

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