Unlike commercial property & casualty markets that have numerous insurers, the aviation insurance market is highly specialized with far less insurers. Depending on the nature of a risk and the limits needed, multiple insurers may be required to insure 100 percent of a placement, or there may only be one…
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The Covid-19 pandemic will likely be one of the costliest catastrophes the construction industry has ever faced. As a leading national practice in construction, Oswald has experienced the following firsthand: increases in material costs, workforce management and electronic bonding. Here are some lessons learned. Three Steps to Fight Inflation in the…
Read MoreCyber criminals have recently begun migrating their attacks from larger businesses and organizations to private wealth clients. With information like your Social Security Number and birthdate, scammers can file tax returns, steal from investment accounts, or rack up medical bills. Be careful to protect your paths of least resistance, which…
Read MoreIncreased cyber claims have necessitated the insurance carriers to scrutinize cybersecurity controls with an increasingly rigorous underwriting process. We are seeing premium increases 60 percent to 100+ percent. As insurance carriers focus on controls, cyber hygiene is crucial to securing cyber liability insurance coverage, and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is essential.…
Read MoreWhile rates for most insurance coverages—including property and casualty, cyber risk, and others—have increased over the last 12 to 18 months, rates for product recall coverages have actually dropped over the same period of time. Product recall coverage has traditionally been viewed as an ancillary item that many businesses in…
Read MoreAs you look at options for insurance, the thought of captives may sound intimidating. Captives are simply defined as insurance companies owned by the insured. Captives are a way for a business owner, either alone or with a small group of aligned businesses, to take on self-insured risk for issues…
Read MoreWhen it comes to water, we’re stuck in a love-hate relationship. In Michigan, we’re surrounded by it and celebrate it every summer when we launch our boats, head north with the jet skis, and plan our beach outings. Yet, water can quickly turn on us, replacing fun with considerable property…
Read MoreWATCH FULL WEBCAST Cyber incidents continue to create significant issues for companies across the country. Whether it is an interruption in operations, reputational fallout, or the looming cost of liability resulting from an incident, the ramifications of these matters continue to evolve. Watch here for a discussion with a panel…
Read MoreThe food and agriculture business sector faces several challenges and risks that are unique to the industry. This makes finding the right insurance coverage more critical and relies on dedicated policies and carriers to ensure the proper minimization of risk to you, your business, and your employees. Whether you’re a…
Read MoreYour business is unique. While you may operate in the same market as your competitors, the conditions surrounding your company are yours and yours alone. As a result, your insurance coverage should also be unique to your business and be specific to fit your needs. You may find that a…
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