VU Resources

Did you know that almost a quarter of Americans speak a language other than English at home? Are you missing business opportunities to either work with or refer these clients? 

ACORD recently released a new edition of the ACORD 25 (2025/12), now in use. Here is a clarification to any confusion about listing contract not policy limits. 

For a total loss of a condominium association’s premises, many chose not to rebuild. This can occur for a variety of reasons. These include insufficient limits to recover the full…

A recent Arizona mishap highlights the importance of pollution liability coverage for contractors. Many plumbing and other contractors work under the misunderstanding that their general liability coverage is sufficient to…

Defective work in construction projects often leads to more than just repair costs. Contractors must also account for “rip and tear” expenses—the costs of accessing and removing faulty components—which can…

Today’s insurance agents and brokers must recognize new and emerging risks and rapidly evolving coverage limitations to help best protect their customers. For over two decades, Verisk, or ISO as we old-school…

Insurance Challenges for Motel and Hotel Owners and Their Agents  Insurance for motels and hotels has become more complex and costly, not just for the property coverage, but for liability coverage, as…

Insurance for motels and hotels has become more complex and costly, not just for the property coverage, but for liability coverage, as well. In fact, many times the underwriter’s first…

In today’s hard market, getting an underwriter’s attention is harder than ever. This article from a highly experienced underwriting consultant can help you get your application to the top of…

Personal & Advertising Injury coverage under the Commercial General Liability policy offers very limited protection for patent infringement. Specialty coverage is available, and one such provider, Intellectual Property Insurance Services…