Environmental Insurance News 3.25.24

Recent environmental news stories: Mitigating Pollution Risks: Real Estate’s New Sustainability Frontier The diesel seeped out from a 10,000 gallon storage tank and contaminated three miles of Mason Creek Department of Justice, environmental groups sue Campbell Soup, alleging it’s been polluting Lake Erie Power Outage […]



Environmental Insurance News 3.4.24

Recent environmental news stories: Smithfield Foods plant evacuated after ammonia release, four employees taken to hospital Iowa school district allowed employees to work amid asbestos contamination San Diego sues company for $5 million for dumping contaminated soil in city landfill Navigating environmental risks in real […]


Chemical Manufacturers & Distributors

Companies that manufacture, process, or distribute chemicals have a clear and unique environmental exposure. Not only are there specific handling procedures and safety measures that must be taken, they must meet various regulations relating to use, disposal, and reporting. Carrying pollution coverage is a crucial […]


E-recycling Companies Face Unique Pollution Risks

E-waste is the fastest-growing solid waste category globally, and in response, e-recycling has also grown significantly. These recycling businesses focus on reprocessing parts and materials from all kinds of electronic devices and play a vital role in our effort to cope with the environmental impact of technology. […]


Accounts Needing Auto Coverage

The outlook for the Auto insurance market is complex and challenging. Claim severity and litigation, as well as changes in carrier appetite may present headaches for agents and insureds. Partnering with Beacon Hill on accounts that need Auto will bring you expertise and access to […]


Environmental Insurance News 2.5.24

Recent environmental news stories: Contamination ‘3-feet down’ in soil samples of planned Portland nature park WV Supreme Court Denies Insurers’ Appeal in Chlorine Leak that Damaged Plant Anhydrous ammonia leak at Tennessee cheese factory sends 29 workers to hospital Residents, environmental groups react to settlement […]



Environmental Insurance News 1.22.24

Recent environmental news stories: Stormwater Violations by Solar Farm Builder Draw Big Fines State regulators fine Stellantis $84k, require changes at paint shops US Navy settles lawsuit over pollution from weapons testing on Potomac River PFAS lawsuits involve complex science and law, but settlements can […]


Retroactive Dates on a Business Sale

How to handle retroactive dates for Premises Pollution Liability policies when a business sells By Chelsea Albright, Vice President When we hear that a client is either purchasing or selling their business, a common question we receive is “what actions should take place for the […]