National Safety Stand-down to Prevent Falls in Construction to be Held May 4-8, 2026

OSHA is partnering with key groups to assist with hosting a safety stand-down to prevent falls in construction. This stand-down is scheduled for May 4-8, 2026. The National Safety Stand-down raises fall hazard awareness across the country in an effort to stop fall fatalities and injuries. Safety Stand-down Overview A safety stand-down is a voluntary…

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Developing Catastrophe Plans for Commercial Fleets

Extreme weather events—such as hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding and wildfires—have become increasingly devastating and costly. These events now affect communities across nearly every region of the United States, driving up catastrophe (CAT) losses for many businesses. In particular, extreme weather events can have serious impacts on commercial fleets—including both parked and active vehicles—ultimately resulting in extensive…

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Real Estate Industry Trends to Watch in 2026

The commercial real estate market entered 2026 with tentative stabilization and signs of modest recovery. Growing optimism in the leasing and capital markets is being driven in part by stronger-than-expected U.S. economic performance in certain sectors during 2025. Strength in multifamily, industrial and select office categories is anticipated; however, broader market pressures persist, including refinancing…

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5 Nonprofit Industry Trends to Watch

The nonprofit sector has been contending with a complex risk landscape for several years, largely fueled by economic uncertainty, funding pressures and rising demand for community outreach. Amid these challenges, nonprofit organizations are facing significant operational and financial strains, making it harder to accomplish their missions and serve those in need. In the commercial insurance…

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Addressing 5 Common Sources of General Liability Claims

Several scenarios that businesses encounter in routine operations may expose them to litigation and general liability claims. A customer walking through a business could slip on a wet floor, or a piece of equipment could fall and damage a customer’s personal belongings. These and other incidents may lead to liability claims, disrupting operations and placing…

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Environmental Liability Exposures for Businesses – What You Need to Know

With Spring on the way, our thoughts turn to the outdoors and our beautiful, natural surroundings here on Delmarva. As stewards of the environment, it’s our shared responsibility to ensure a healthy planet for future generations. Insurance can help. Environmental liability exposures refer to the legal and financial responsibilities organizations incur when their operations harm…

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Health Care Industry Trends to Watch in 2026

Health care organizations enter 2026 facing numerous operational, financial and liability pressures, including labor shortages, inflation, supply chain volatility and the impact of U.S. tariffs on pharmaceutical imports. Although the commercial insurance market has generally softened, several segments remain affected by persistent loss severity and loss control challenges. In particular, social inflation and large liability…

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Retail Industry Trends to Watch in 2026

Retailers continue to operate amid a dynamic risk landscape. Loss drivers are increasingly severity-driven and include organized crime rings, cargo theft, ransomware incidents and catastrophe-driven business interruptions. Although the commercial market as a whole has seen softening conditions, specific segments (e.g., casualty and umbrella/excess) remain firm. As such, retailers with higher physical crime exposure, hazardous…

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Best Practices for Responding to General Liability Claims

Unforeseen incidents can occur in everyday business operations, exposing organizations to potential liability. A customer may slip on a wet floor, or a contractor may accidentally damage a client’s property. Just one general liability claim can disrupt business operations, create financial strain and affect future insurance costs. The financial and organizational impacts of these incidents…

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Manufacturing Industry Trends to Watch in 2026

Although rising production demands and government funding have fueled widespread expansion and economic growth across the manufacturing industry in recent years, the sector is now facing a complex risk landscape. Between rapid digital transformation, evolving geopolitical forces and shifting labor demographics, the sector is contending with significant uncertainty. In the commercial insurance market, well-managed manufacturing…

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