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4 Ways Insurance Might Respond if Godzilla Attacks

Ever think about policy wording, exclusions and ISO forms when watching a summer blockbuster? Youre not alone.

By Laura Mazzuca Toops | Updated on May 22, 2014

Although classic movie monster Godzilla has been crushing cities (specifically, Tokyo and Manhattan) since 1954, his latest incarnation in this spring’s hit movie has shed new light on the damage wreaked by the old lizard—this time on San Francisco.

The new “Godzilla” movie earned $93.2 million on its opening weekend, according to Box Office Mojo. But the dollar amount of insurance claims and collateral damage that would result if a 335-foot prehistoric lizard really did hit San Francisco could make that amount pale in comparison.

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