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March 10, 2016

Algae as a Contaminant under CGL Form March 10, 2016 We have a claim with a company that provides swimming pool maintenance as well as lifeguards. The…

March 10, 2016

Additional Insured Status for Manufacturer Questioned March 10, 2016 We have been using the Additional Insured Vendors Endorsement in the following…

March 08, 2016

Question of whether insured vehicle is covered while being used in newspaper deliveries.

March 07, 2016

Increased Cost of Construction Coverage for Tenant's Improvements and Betterments March 7, 2016 We have an insured tenant presenting a claim under BP…

March 01, 2016

Purchase from Craigslist Is Not Replacement Cost January 27, 2016 We have a theft claim involving a 2005 ATV. Per the insured the ATV is used to service…

February 29, 2016

Recorded Statements and Transcripts February 29, 2016 We recently had a homeowners claim wherein the insurance company requested a recorded statement…

February 22, 2016

Volunteer Fireman and PAP Coverage February 22, 2016 The insured is a volunteer fireman and has a personal auto policy. He leaves his home to respond…

February 16, 2016

Garbage from neighboring building blocks roof drain leading to water damage.

February 09, 2016

Freezing to Swimming Pool Water Lines February 8, 2016 Under the HO-3 policy, would freezing to plumbing lines run to an in ground swimming pool…

February 08, 2016

Falling Leaves do not Invoke Wind/Hail Deductible January 27, 2016 Insured has a roof with a deep valley that in the fall collected enough leaves to…