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Distracted Driving on the Rise During the Pandemic
Despite decreased traffic, the National Safety Council found that 2020 motor vehicle deaths were up…
The Importance of Flexible Policy Terms Amid Widespread Construction Delays
Note: Distinguished Programs no longer offers Builder’s Risk or Vacant Building insurance. Explore our other…
Cannabis Industry Putting More Tax Revenue in State Coffers
As the legal use of marijuana continues to grow, the tax revenue generated by the…
Insurers Backing Away from Coal Industry Amid Climate Change
Last year we looked at the impact of climate change on severe weather patterns and…
What are Ghost Kitchens?
Ghost kitchens, also known as virtual restaurants; cloud, commissary, or shared kitchens; and delivery-only, shadow,…
It’s Hail Time, Make Sure Insureds are Risk Ready
Hail season is upon us and we’ve already seen significant weather events this past March…
May is National Wildfire Awareness Month
This May is national wildfire awareness month. Last year we saw record-breaking wildfires engulf Northern…
Inside the SPAC Frenzy
It seems like every time you turn around there is another SPAC announcement making headline…
FEMA Reforms Flood Insurance Program, Rates to Rise
For years, federal flood maps have underestimated flood risk across the United States. First Street Foundation publicly…
Hotels and Resorts are Welcoming Guests Back Safely
People are traveling again, taking long-awaited trips after a year of stay-at-home guidelines. The spike…