Shaun Marker – April 22, 2013 In researching cases in New York, I came across an opinion with language that may come into play in Sandy claims. The case has a simple outcome and does not perform so much analysis that we get lost in the shuffle. The case is Mawardi v. New York Property… Continue reading Who Has The Final Decision On The Extent Of Damages Directly Caused By Wind?
Tag: Wind Damage
Will Wind/Hail Cosmetic Damage Exclusion Endorsements Become the Norm?
Amy O’Connor – March 13, 2013 Cosmetic damage from wind and hail to homeowner and commercial properties may no longer be covered if insurers opt to use new endorsements, one for homeowners and another for commercial roofs, that are becoming available. The two organizations that standardize forms and policies for property/casualty insurers, the American Association… Continue reading Will Wind/Hail Cosmetic Damage Exclusion Endorsements Become the Norm?
Willis Re: Low Wind Damage from Sandy
Mark Ruquet – November 12, 2012 Despite the high winds recorded from Superstorm Sandy, wind damage from the storm was “surprisingly minor,” a report from reinsurance broker Willis Re says. Willis Re, a subsidiary of Willis Group Holdings, issued its Hurricane Damage Survey report last week saying the storm had estimated sustain winds of 80… Continue reading Willis Re: Low Wind Damage from Sandy
Tips on Commercial Roofing Evaluations
Kenneth R. Gilvary – July 3, 2012 Commercial roofing is one of the most demanding areas for expertise in the insurance industry today, as there are millions of commercial structures and hundreds of different roofing systems and variations in application. The history of a building’s roof may have a significant influence on its performance. There… Continue reading Tips on Commercial Roofing Evaluations