They were designed to make life easier. Think slippery frying pans, water-resistant jackets, and fire-suppressing foam. Now they’re one of the biggest liability landmines in the insurance industry. We’re talking about PFAS: per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The...
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Flip the Cap Episode 19: Cannabis Insurance Insights: Regulatory Shifts, Coverage Gaps & Expert Strategies
Welcome to Flip the Cap, the insurance industry’s premier podcast! In this episode, Kathryn Smith sits down with Jencap’s national practice leader for cannabis, Lee Woodruff, and Director of Business Development at Cannasure, Jim McErlean, to explore the ever‑changing...
Protecting Digital Assets Against High-Net-Worth Cyber Threats
For high-net-worth (HNW) individuals, wealth brings comfort, but also exposure. When your name carries weight, your digital footprint becomes a goldmine for threat actors. Private equity titans, celebrity philanthropists, and even discreet art collectors are...
Understanding PFAS Risks: What Agents Need to Know About “Forever Chemicals”
They’re invisible. They’re virtually indestructible. And they’re turning into a regulatory nightmare. PFAS (short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) have earned the nickname “forever chemicals” because they don’t break down in the environment or the human body....
State of the Workers’ Comp Market: Insights for Agents
Workers’ compensation continues to be the outlier line of business in a volatile property and casualty market. While other lines have struggled with loss creep, rate inadequacy, and capital constraints, workers’ compensation has quietly maintained its position as one...
Marine Cybersecurity Rules Are Here: What Agents Should Know
The U.S. Marine Transportation System (MTS) is the backbone of global trade, moving trillions in goods annually. But as it becomes more digital, it also faces greater exposure. In response to rising cyber threats targeting this critical infrastructure, the U.S. Coast...
Insurance Companies Under Attack: Why Cyber Coverage Is Mission-Critical
When it comes to cyber threats, insurance is designed to protect businesses and individuals from those risks. But what happens when the insurance industry is attacked? Recent headlines have insurance companies talking about vulnerability in a new way. The Protector...
Why Do Private Companies Need D&O Coverage?
When private companies think about risk, they often start with the obvious: property damage, employee injuries, or maybe even cyber breaches. But there’s another category of risk that often surprises private business owners: Directors and Officers (D&O)...
The Growing Divide in Construction Insurance: Why General Contractors Are Finding Relief While Trades Struggle
The construction insurance market is still deeply entrenched in a hard cycle, but a notable divide is emerging beneath the surface. While general contractors (GCs) are beginning to see modest signs of relief, like more carrier capacity and greater competition, smaller...
What Insurance Agents Should Know About Cannabis Insurance and Price Compression
After years of rapid growth, many cannabis businesses today are experiencing a challenging market. Oversupply, stiff competition, and relentless regulatory burdens have triggered a wave of price compression, a sustained drop in wholesale and retail prices impacting...
Avoid Underwriting Red Flags for Stronger Garage and Car Dealers Insurance Applications
When it comes to placing garage and auto dealer risks, the fastest way to lose momentum is with a red-flagged submission. In a crowded market where underwriters are working through stacks of quotes, even a minor issue, like missing driver data or fuzzy...
Navigating D&O Insurance in a Soft Market: When “Easy” Leaves You Exposed
It’s never been easier to get a quote for Directors & Officers (D&O) insurance. A few clicks, a few forms, and you’re bound. But in today’s unusually soft D&O market, that ease of access can be misleading. Policies might look comprehensive at face value,...
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