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Trump Effect: Reputational Risk For D&Os

In just one week, President Trump told America that pharmaceutical companies were “getting away with murder,” sending their stocks plummeting before meeting with industry CEOs and their stocks rebounding.
February 7, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines

2 In Critical Condition Following School Bus Crash

Ten students were injured - one critically - after a school bus and a vehicle crashed in Lancaster, fire officials said on Tuesday. The solo occupant of the vehicle was listed in critical condition.
February 7, 2017 Auto Excess & Surplus Lines Liability California

Nearly 50 Vehicles Piled Up On Icy Portland Interstate

A massive pile up kept Interstate 5 southbound closed for several hours Friday morning. Portland Police had to close I-5 at the Interstate 84 southbound entrance to prevent more crashes, as about 50 vehicles became involved in a pile up near Capital Highway in the southbound lanes.
February 7, 2017 Auto Excess & Surplus Lines Liability Oregon

Terrorism Insurance Gaps Demand Rethinking Focus On Property

Terrorism insurance programs need a reset to ensure clients are appropriately covered in light of the continuing shift from attacks on property to attacks on people designed to produce mass casualties, Scott Bolton, the U.K.-based director of business development and network relations for Aon Risk Solutions, suggested Wednesday.
February 3, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines

3 Students Injured In School Bus Collision With SUV

Police say at least three students were injured when a school bus and SUV collided in Ohio. Dayton police say two Dayton Dunbar High School students were taken to a hospital from the SUV and at least one student from the school bus was transported.
February 3, 2017 Auto Excess & Surplus Lines Liability Ohio

One Dead, Another Injured In Crash Involving Two Tractor-Trailers

One person was killed and another seriously injured in a crash involving two tractor-trailers Wednesday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
February 2, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Liability Workers' Compensation Florida

Hazmat Crew Responds To Semi Crash Involving Toxic Sodium Cyanide

A hazardous materials spill closed Interstate 40 in both directions at the Interstate 40 and Interstate 55 split in West Memphis.
February 1, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Arkansas

Insurance For Lady Gaga’s Halftime Show May Cost Over $100K

On February 5, Lady Gaga will headline the Super Bowl halftime show and will require a substantial event insurance policy for the performance. She intends to perform on top of the NRG Stadium cover dome in Houston.
January 31, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Texas

British Insurer To Cover Travelers Affected By Trump’s Ban

A British travel insurance company called AXA Insurance UK has announced that it will cover costs resulting from President Trump’s “unprecedented and unforeseen” executive order.
January 31, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines

Mississippi Legislature Tackles Cargo Theft With Two New Bills

The Mississippi legislature is considering two bills that would create a specific offense for cargo theft. House Bill 722, introduced by Representative Steve Massengill (R-District 13), and Senate Bill 2184, introduced by Senator Dennis DeBar, Jr. (R-District 43), recognize the impact that cargo theft has across the entire socio-economic spectrum.
January 27, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Legislation & Regulation Mississippi

Seattle Housing Complex Under Construction Destroyed By Fire

Only partial remains of scaffolding and a sliver of an outer wall remained Thursday at the burned-out construction site of a senior apartment complex in Lynnwood. Firefighters responded to the late-night blaze that forced the evacuation of about 150 people from two nearby buildings and injured two firefighters.
January 27, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Washington

Marijuana Insurance Industry Is Taking Off Like Wildfire

This emerging market is rapidly growing strength throughout the United States with legalized cannabis. The marijuana insurance industry has exploded since certain forms and uses of medicinal cannabis received approval.
January 26, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California

Rare Dodge Hellcat Charger Stolen From Detroit Dealership

The criminals knew what they were doing. “It’s the most expensive car that we sell," said Mark Snethkamp, dealership owner. At $75,000 it was a fun kind of target.
January 26, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Michigan

FedEx Truck Slammed By Train At Inactive Crossing

Police have released dashboard camera video showing the moment a Utah Transit Authority FrontRunner train crashed into a FedEx truck Saturday morning. According to UTA, a preliminary investigation shows the crossing gates were up and the flashing lights and bells that normally indicate a train is approaching were not active.
January 25, 2017 Excess & Surplus Lines Liability Utah

Man Who Survived Bus Crashing Into Home Credits Couch With Saving His Life

A Twin Cities man is reflecting on what was a very close call when he was pushed out of his home by a bus. Randy Schmit had been taking a nap at his house in Columbia Heights Friday evening, when a bus crashed into his home.
January 24, 2017 Auto Excess & Surplus Lines Liability Minnesota
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