Construction Risk and Insurance Roundtable

Uh-oh! There has been an injury, or damage to property during your project, so what now? In this episode, we discuss the proper steps to take when reporting a claim and the importance of doing so in a timely manner.

Remember the rule of thumb. Everyone who has any connection to the project is likely to be brought into the suit. In this episode, we discuss the proper coverage in regards to design firms and the addition of Professional Liability insurance.

The construction industry is not immune to cyber-related loss. In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding cyber risks in the construction industry, and how to use insurance to protect against them.

The market for Contractor and Professional Pollution Liability is very competitive, allowing for affordable and readily available coverage. In this episode, we discuss environmental insurance and effective measures that contractors should be aware of.

Owner Controlled Insurance Programs (OCIP) and Contractor Controlled Insurance Programs (CCIP) have become more and more common. In this episode, we discuss what needs to be reflected in your policy to protect you in losses exceeding these "Wrap-ups."

Additional insured coverage is one of the most frequently misunderstood areas of construction coverage law. It's important to understand what coverage will apply when naming additional insureds. In this episode, we discuss the details of this type of coverage and how it applies to different parties.

The extent of indemnification available from lower-tier contractors varies from state to state. In this episode, we address proper indemnification language and the steps to minimize risk.

One of the many facets of the construction contract is the Insurance Provisions. In this episode, we address the importance of reviewing these provisions and provide tips to navigate and comply with these contractual requirements.

In Ohio and nationally, insurers and policyholders continue to battle over whether there is insurance coverage for injury or damage that arises from defective construction. In this episode we address issues such as who is responsible for paying and other questions related to defective construction.