Specialty & Surplus Lines
The surplus lines market plays a critical role in the insurance ecosystem by providing coverage for hard-to-place and specialized risks. For WSIA’s 2020 Annual Virtual Marketplace from September 10-17, read up on the unique lines and market trends impacting the specialty and E&S industry.
June 13, 2019
Insurance outlook for recreational marine and yacht ownersThe past few hurricane seasons may be a distant memory, but they have left a lasting impact on the marine market.
May 28, 2019
4 questions to identify the risk of pollution-related D&O exposureWorsening climate change and complex environmental regulation are increasing liability from pollution-related claims.
May 09, 2019
How to help customers prepare for earthquake riskAvoid a shakedown: Large earthquakes are neither common nor predictable, but they are always destructive and costly.
March 25, 2019
Construction defects affect a New York landmarkErrors made by an architect and contractor could have resulted in catastrophic losses and claims.
January 22, 2019
Big rig safety tech and trucking insurance rate hikesTechnology is making big rigs safer, but the hefty price tag on these new trucks is sending insurance premiums up.
January 30, 2019
Know your product liability claimsCoverage Q&A: Manufacturers are often held responsible for defective products, but any company along the supply chain also could be liable.