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Should You Revisit Insured Property Value Estimates?

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One of the first steps in obtaining commercial property insurance is to determine the value of the property being insured. On the other hand, performing an appraisal (which insurers typically consider the “gold standard”) can provide much-needed accuracy and thoroughness, but will require a greater commitment of time and resources.

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Proactive Tips for Businesses Facing Hail Damage Claims

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In 2021, insurers faced multiple billion-dollar loss events resulting from severe convective storms in the United States, with the greatest damage inflicted by hail that impacted the Plains, Midwest, Southeast and Northeast. In 2018, the 5 th Circuit Court of Appeals took things a step further in Certain Underwriters at Lloyd’s of London v.

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Unprecedented Wildfires Devastate Canada, Leave Eastern U.S. Blanketed in Smoke

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For businesses, take this as a reminder to examine how your organization will handle fallout from wildfires, for example, reviewing your property insurance, business interruption coverage, disaster recovery plans or emergency communications procedures.

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Hurricane Risk Management: Key Considerations Before and After Storms Strike

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The storm marks another overactive hurricane season officially underway in the United States, prompting business leaders and property owners to ensure they are adequately prepared from an insurance and risk management perspective. Before doing so, reach out to your insurance broker who can help guide you through this process.

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Medicine and Preparedness: The 22 Medications You Need in Your Personal Stockpile

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This may be easier said than done, since most drug insurance programs limit the amount you can obtain. Uncle Sam and Your Meds The government does even recommend you keep a small extra supply of medicine in case of a disaster. Try telling that to your insurance company though. Tell them you need an extended supply for a trip.

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5 Good reasons to prioritize your backups

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It helps in disaster preparedness. In the event of a disaster, your business must see to it that your people and processes are secured. So apart from guaranteeing the safety of your staff when disaster strikes, you also need to ensure business continuity. It gives you peace of mind.

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Year in Review: Key Trends in Critical Event Management

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Climate-Fueled Severe Weather “Persistent climate change trends, with their escalating impact on severe weather events, have pushed climate change mitigation to the forefront of critical event management, underscoring the paramount importance of disaster preparedness.