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July 31, 2023

When wind causes a tree to fall, is resultant water damage covered as a result of the wind damage?

July 24, 2023

When wind damages property that was installed incorrectly and the local ordinances require undamaged property to be replaced, does the ordinance or law coverage apply?

July 17, 2023

When the SWAT team arrives and discharges tear gas, does the discharge of the gas fit the definition of the smoke peril?

July 09, 2023

A question concerning just what coverage is provided when the Vacancy Permit CP 04 50 is used.

July 02, 2023

When a student is out of the country for school, does liability coverage still extend?

June 26, 2023

Do gunshots that damage a building fall under the vandalism peril?

June 19, 2023

When the seepage isn't behind a wall but is behind a moveable object, does the exception apply?

June 12, 2023

When the insured's property sustains a fire and the runoff damages a Koi pond, is there coverage?

June 05, 2023

How does policy language line up with state regulations concerning insurers ability to underwrite based on dog breeds?

May 29, 2023

When an insured has a UMPD claim, how does rental reimbursement get covered?