Risk
Four Steps to Effectively Manage Rising Risk of Construction Liability Claims
Liability claims in construction are increasing in frequency and complexity. Make sure your company is prepared to wade through the legal waters.
By David Chmiel
September 10, 2025
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by David Chmiel
David Chmiel, senior vice president, is the national director of claims for global insurance brokerage HUB International. He has nearly 30 years of experience in the risk management space. At HUB, he is responsible for the firm’s claims advocacy and business growth. Chmiel's claims team integrates with risk services and aligns with all of HUB’s specialty practices, including transportation, entertainment, financial services, real estate, construction, hospitality, cannabis, agribusiness and healthcare. He also is a Worldwide Broker Network regional leader.
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