Market Insights

Challenges and opportunities in the 2019 construction market

Heather Turner | October 31, 2019

Today's new construction projects are busy, expensive and could take years to complete.

Q&A

Contractor, subcontractor liability questions answered

FC&S Editors | December 19, 2018

Is a handyman consider a covered employee?

Expert Opinion

5 steps to take before using drones at a construction site

Joshua Lorenz | November 29, 2018

Contractors using drones need to be protected with policies commensurate with the risks they are undertaking.

Strategically preparing for construction professional liability risk

Walter J. Adams, Jr. | February 11, 2019

Risk is inherent with any commercial building project. From design and specification through construction, there are many moving parts capable of creating…

Market Insights

7 trends making engineering, construction claims bigger and costlier

Danielle Ling | August 21, 2019

Building projects have become more complex and expensive, which increases insured values and claims payouts.

Market Insights

Market changes and challenges for commercial property risks

Shane Holden | October 22, 2019

The industry will see continued changes in the market as carriers look to bring their property books back to a more profitable level.

Best Practices

5 issues to consider on design/build projects

Lawrence Moonan and Laila Santana | May 20, 2019

During National Building Safety Month, keep these tips in mind when planning your design/build projects.

Commentary

The insurer's answer to mitigating jobsite risk: IoT technology

Ian Ouellete | October 21, 2019

The data generated by IoT devices, both individually and aggregated, help improve safety and reduce risk.

Analysis

Construction defects affect a New York landmark

Jenean Meier | March 26, 2019

Errors made by an architect and contractor could have resulted in catastrophic losses and claims.

Best Practices

Identifying construction risks

Patrick Kelleher and Sean Sica | August 06, 2018

Builders risk claims often include numerous complex issues.

Market Insights

All builder's risk insurance policies are not created equal

Joshua Lorenz and Craig Ream | June 15, 2018

Most construction contracts require project leaders to obtain builder’s risk insurance.

Slideshow

6 safety steps for contractors to follow this hurricane season

Danielle Ling | June 12, 2018

Experts at Travelers offer critical safety precautions for construction workers ahead of the 2018 hurricane season.