Emerging Risks


July 24, 2008

When the county declares that the building must be razed, is it excluded under ordinance or law?

Discusses whether the earth movement exclusion applies to damage caused by pile driving.

July 24, 2008

When the power goes out, what happens when the surge when the power comes on causes damage?

Pollutant Damage Caused by Specific Perils Not Excluded Our insured sustained a loss due to a puff back from their gas-fired furnace. The carrier denied…

Property Management Fees a Part of Covered Loss Q I am a public adjuster and many of my clients are represented by property management firms that…

Outdoor Signs and Outdoor Fixtures Covered as Commercial Property? The commercial property coverage form (CP 00 10) insures outdoor fixtures but excludes…

July 24, 2008

Water Damage Not Caused by Drain Overflow Excessive rain from thunderstorms caused interior water damage to a building through the roof. The building…

Rented or Occupied Property Covered under CGL Form? Q Our CGL insured is a small electronics manufacturing firm. Frequently, the owner, the named…

Spoilation of Evidence Claim and the CGL Form Q I read an article recently that mentioned spoilation of evidence and noted possible coverage issues…

July 24, 2008

When the warranty requires steps beyond the insurance policy.