Personal Lines

A squirrel entered a community center building that had just undergone a $2 million renovation. It either gnawed some wiring or otherwise came in contact with the electrical system, causing…

Concealed weapon and other gun laws seem to be proliferating around the country. Sooner or later, an insured or prospect is going to ask you if their insurance covers them…

We are all aware of the human tragedy involved in the landslide which buried homes in Darrington, Washington in March 2014. From the perspective of our industry, the first question…

ISO has introduced two new HO endorsements and revised one HO endorsement. The revised endorsement seeks to clarify coverage for water back-up and sump discharge or overflow. The new endorsements…

A Pew Research study showed that 42% of college grads age 18-29 were living with their parents. Many of them attempted to make it on their own but, given economic…

An insured’s party guest wore spiked high heels that left major dents in his home’s hardwood floors. The adjuster has denied the damage, citing the “marring” and “wear and tear”…

Vandalism of grave markers at cemeteries is, unfortunately, a common loss exposure. When this happens, where is insurance coverage (if any) likely to be found? This article addresses the basic…

An increasing variety of motorized vehicles are being used to assist the elderly and handicapped in gaining mobility away from their residences. The question is, do they have any homeowners…

Some of your customers probably own jet skis. Even more will rent or use one if they live or vacation near the coast, lakes or waterways. When they rent or…

A woman who was in a wheelchair was attempting to get into her vehicle. As she turned in her wheelchair, she accidentally hit our insured’s vehicle (with her wheelchair) causing damage to…