Maryland is set to rebuild the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge within the next four years, aiming for completion by fall 2028. This ambitious project carries an estimated cost ranging between $1.7 billion and $1.9 billion. The rebuild follows the bridge’s collapse on March 26, caused by a collision with the Dali container ship, leading to extensive damages and raising critical questions about maritime insurance and liability. Key Details of the Key Bridge Rebuild Plan David Broughton, spokesperson for the Maryland Department of Transportation, emphasized the significance of the project.…
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Contractor’s Armor: The Ultimate Insurance Guide for Government Contractors
In the vast realm of government operations, the federal workforce relies on the expertise and capabilities of external companies known as government contractors to fulfill its diverse needs. These contractors, like behind-the-scenes enterprises, tackle specific tasks across vital sectors such as defense, infrastructure, and technology. However, as they undertake massive and intricate projects, it’s crucial for them to mitigate risks and protect their businesses. With the federal government allocating a staggering $637 billion to contracts in Fiscal Year 2021, insurance coverage emerges as a critical aspect of risk management for…
Read MoreProfessional Claims Solutions (PCS) Investigation Leads to Insurance Fraud Arrest/Conviction in Passaic County
Professional Claims Solutions (PCS) VCWC (Video Camera and Witness Canvass) Investigation uncovered a staged pedestrian accident. PCS conducted a thorough Video Surveillance Canvass and located a camera over two blocks away on a Passaic Housing Authority building that captured the staged accident. Upon the completion of the investigation, the individual depicted in the below video link was subsequently arrested and prosecuted for ‘Insurance Fraud’ by Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office. These types of investigations and companies like PCS are playing a major role in keeping insurance premiums as low as possible. Having video of an…
Read MoreSwiss Re reports on commercial insurance market
Commercial insurance market facing new challenges as economies evolve Swiss Re, one of the world’s leading reinsurance groups, has released a new report concerning the state of the commercial insurance market and the challenges it is beginning to face. The report highlights the changes an evolving global economy are having on the commercial insurance market, suggesting that this evolution is producing new risks that could harm the market if proper precautions are not taken. Despite these risks, however, the commercial insurance market is showing aggressive growth, especially in under-developed countries.…
Read MoreGovernor Corbett signs reform legislation for civil liability in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett has signed a bill that would place a limitation on the liability of defendants in some negligence cases in civil court. The bill was put to a vote in the state House, where it was passed 116 to 83. This was the second similar bill that has been passed within three months. After the vote, it moved to Corbett. This despite the protests of Democrats, who said that the bill is being pursued by business organizations, but that it comes at the cost of the victims…
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