Do councils provide public liability insurance for verge gardeners who help to green our streets? Should they? Public liability insurance is one of the sticking points with verge garden policies. Some councils demand that residents get their own insurance. Other councils decide it is too complicated, so they refuse to allow verge gardening altogether. Most policies don’t mention insurance at all. (This is my understanding of the insurance issue. It is not professional or legal advice.) Unless they specifically say so, you shouldn’t assume that your council provides public liability insurance for verge gardens. Not for the verge gardener, nor for people who use the verge. How can they as they have little control or oversight on what people do? Councils also don't provide public liability for damage done by someone with a mower. Do you want your rates money paying insurance for the careless resident who chops their toes off while mowing in thongs, or the one who sends a stone through the neighbour’s window? And what about those ankle-twisting furrows created with the whippersnipper at the edges of paths? The variety of methods used to convert verge gardens makes them a lot less predictable than turf. While I used hand tools only to weed out grass and replace with tubestock, some people bring in bobcats and other heavy equipment. And some put in completely unsuitable plants. Do you want your rates to cover their liability? If any sort of work is being done on the verge by a commercial organisation or social enterprise, they should have their own insurance to cover their work and workers. Community gardens on public land are run by incorporated groups which must have their own public liability insurance. Councils do provide public liability for volunteers (e.g. bush care), but they also insist on those volunteers signing agreements, undertaking OH&S training, and following rules. Council officers manage the volunteer groups which takes considerable council resources. Read more and let me know what you think at: https://lnkd.in/gf6gNFNR
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🐾 **Dog Bite Liability and Homeowners Insurance: What You Need to Know** As a homeowner and a dog owner, understanding the implications of dog bites is crucial. Let's dive into the details: 1. **Dog Bite Liability Coverage**: - Homeowners insurance typically includes coverage for dog bite liability. This means that if your dog bites someone and causes an injury, your policy's personal liability section will cover the medical bills and legal defense¹. - The coverage limit usually falls between $100,000 and $300,000, but it's essential to review your specific policy to confirm your coverage. 2. **Dog Breeds and Restrictions**: - Most states require homeowners insurance to exclude coverage for specific dog breeds categorized as "dangerous" or "vicious." These breeds may vary from state to state. - However, four states—Michigan, Nevada, New York, and Pennsylvania—do not allow insurance companies to discriminate coverage based on breed¹. - Surprisingly, small dogs like Chihuahuas and cocker spaniels account for a significant percentage of dog bites, even though they aren't typically considered dangerous. 3. **Dog Bite Statistics**: - In recent years, the average cost per dog bite claim in the US was approximately $49,025. - Approximately 63.4 million US households own a pet dog, and about 4.5 million people suffer from dog bites annually. - In 2021, 17,989 dog bite claims were filed in the US, making dog bites the most common liability claims under homeowners insurance¹. 4. **State Laws and Liability**: - In 29 states, dog owners are liable for injuries caused by their pets, with some exceptions (e.g., if the dog was provoked). - In 17 states and the District of Columbia, liability isn't automatically granted, but attacks are classified as misdemeanors or, in extreme cases, as felonies. - Four states—Arkansas, Kansas, Mississippi, and North Dakota—have no specific laws regarding dog bites. - Some states, like Pennsylvania and Michigan, prohibit insurers from canceling or denying coverage based on specific dog breeds. - Ohio requires owners of classified "vicious" dogs to carry at least $100,000 of liability insurance¹. 5. **White Paper and Advocacy**: - In November 2020, animal rights groups presented a white paper to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) highlighting the importance of fair and informed dog bite liability policies. Remember, responsible pet ownership includes being aware of your dog's behavior and ensuring proper training and socialization. If you're a dog owner, consult with your insurance agent to understand your coverage fully. 🏡🐶 --- Feel free to share this information with your network! 📢 Let's keep our furry friends and guests safe. 😊🐾
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Protect Your Condo Community from Unlikely Threats: Feral Hog Insurance As a condo association board member, you take pride in maintaining a safe and beautiful community for residents. However, in certain regions, a growing concern requires attention: feral hog attacks. These wild animals can cause significant damage to property, landscaping, and potentially harm residents. The Risks are Real Feral hogs, also known as wild boars or feral pigs, are found in various parts of the country. They can carry diseases, destroy gardens and landscaping, and even attack people or pets if they feel threatened. Insurance Protection To safeguard your community, consider adding feral hog damage coverage to your condo association's insurance policy. This specialized coverage can help mitigate financial losses in the event of: - Property damage (buildings, landscaping, pools) - Liability claims (injuries to residents, guests, or employees) - Cleanup and removal costs Key Considerations When shopping for feral hog insurance: 1. Consult with your insurance provider to determine coverage availability and premiums. 2. Assess your community's risk level based on location and local wildlife activity. 3. Review policy limits and deductibles. 4. Consider bundling with other insurance policies for potential discounts. Proactive Measures While insurance provides financial protection, preventative measures can minimize risks: 1. Secure trash cans and pet food. 2. Install fencing or other deterrents. 3. Educate residents on feral hog behavior and safety precautions. By taking proactive steps and investing in specialized insurance coverage, your condo association can better protect residents, property, and assets from the unexpected threat of feral hog attacks. Stay ahead of potential risks and ensure your community remains a safe and enjoyable place to live.
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Animal attack coverage under property insurance: Several people keep asking me about this coverage aspect, so I thought it would be better to have a post explaining my views on this. Animal attacks can take various forms: 👉In one factory, rodents chewed through the wires causing short circuiting and breakdown of an electric motor. 👉A troop of monkeys entered a factory and caused damage to the stocks lying in the warehouse. 👉A monkey fell on a live transformer causing arcing and damage. Under property insurances which are on a named basis, such as standard fire and special perils policy, animal attack is not a named peril. Hence the above situations are not covered. There can be an argument that the policy covers impact by animals. However, animals chewing wires or clawing into insured property causing loss or damage are not impact damage. However, falling of animals over a property causing damage can be considered as impact damage and hence covered. In respect of all risks policies such as Industrial All Risks policies, there is no specific exclusion for animal attack. However, the causation has to be sudden (not gradual) and accidental. Since chewing of wires by rodents is not sudden and could happen over a period of time, the gradual damage exclusion of the policy would become applicable. However, attacks by monkeys or falling of animals over property causing damages are neither gradual nor specifically excluded under IAR policy, so they stand covered. Another consideration in case of animal attacks is of proximate cause. While animal attack such as rodents chewing through wires may not be directly covered, there can be ensuing damage which may be covered. If there is a breakdown of machinery following rodent attack, under an IAR policy, the same is covered as proximate cause is breakdown, not rodent attack. The key consideration in animal attacks therefore is to see the nature of loss that actually occurred, in the circumstances in which it occurred.
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The SFSP policy does not cover incidents 1 as there is no direct contact which is a condition under the SFSP policy, But, monkeys damaging the stocks can be covered in the SFSP policy. as there is direct contact. That is if monkeys damage the stock with their hands the loss is covered. If monkeys damage the stock by throwing objects on them it may not be covered. Chewing of wires may be gradual but the resultant short circuit fire can be sudden and accidental! So, it becomes payable. In incident 3 direct contact is the proximate cause. All the three incidents can be covered under the BSUS/BSLUS policies if short circuiting had resulted in Fire.
Animal attack coverage under property insurance: Several people keep asking me about this coverage aspect, so I thought it would be better to have a post explaining my views on this. Animal attacks can take various forms: 👉In one factory, rodents chewed through the wires causing short circuiting and breakdown of an electric motor. 👉A troop of monkeys entered a factory and caused damage to the stocks lying in the warehouse. 👉A monkey fell on a live transformer causing arcing and damage. Under property insurances which are on a named basis, such as standard fire and special perils policy, animal attack is not a named peril. Hence the above situations are not covered. There can be an argument that the policy covers impact by animals. However, animals chewing wires or clawing into insured property causing loss or damage are not impact damage. However, falling of animals over a property causing damage can be considered as impact damage and hence covered. In respect of all risks policies such as Industrial All Risks policies, there is no specific exclusion for animal attack. However, the causation has to be sudden (not gradual) and accidental. Since chewing of wires by rodents is not sudden and could happen over a period of time, the gradual damage exclusion of the policy would become applicable. However, attacks by monkeys or falling of animals over property causing damages are neither gradual nor specifically excluded under IAR policy, so they stand covered. Another consideration in case of animal attacks is of proximate cause. While animal attack such as rodents chewing through wires may not be directly covered, there can be ensuing damage which may be covered. If there is a breakdown of machinery following rodent attack, under an IAR policy, the same is covered as proximate cause is breakdown, not rodent attack. The key consideration in animal attacks therefore is to see the nature of loss that actually occurred, in the circumstances in which it occurred.
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