Confused about OCIPs and CCIPs? It’s when a project owner (OCIP) or prime contractor (CCIP) purchases a “master insurance policy” for a large construction project. Just be careful when relying on somebody else’s insurance.
Achieve the Best Possible Coverage Rates and Terms With Comprehensive Risk Profiles
Managing growth with a balanced view of a firm’s own talent and core service structure helps a best-in-class contractor avoid professional liability claims.
2019 Market Update Profiles Construction Industry Liability Trends and Challenges
A 2019 Market Update report predicts a stable commercial insurance market but foresees a rise in the frequency and severity of claims, especially within the hospitality, habitational, health care and energy sectors.
Insuring Against a Data Breach
Contractors are not immune from risks associated with cyberattacks and data breaches. Cyber events may result in litigation, so cyber insurance may make sense.
Effective Risk Control Programs: How Does Yours Stack Up?
Successful companies invest heavily in risk control programs, which focus on safety, human resources and claims management. Here's how to know if a company's program is on track.
What Insurance Coverages Do Subcontractors Need?
Most people wouldn’t go to a doctor who didn’t have the right insurance coverage. The same rings true for general contractors when hiring subcontractors to work on their projects.
Design-Build Trends, Challenges and Risk Mitigation
Design-build contractors with contractual responsibility for design and construction need strong contractual language and insurance programs to minimize risk exposures.
Builder’s Risk Coverage—Construction Defects
A standard builder’s risk policy may or may not cover losses from defective construction but there are alternatives that can help with specific costs associated with construction defect loss.











