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Tow Truck Industry
Market Detail: KBK Insurance Group Inc. has focused on the towing industry since the mid-1980s. Coverage includes: commercial auto liability; auto physical damage; general liability; general liability; garagekeepers liability; on-hook cargo; hired car/non-ownership; dealer plates; property; and excess liability.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted and non-admitted available
States: All states except at Maine, N.H., and N.Y.
Contact: Customer service at 800-229-5927
Insurance Agents E&O
Market Detail: Insurance Specialties Services Inc. offers Liberty Mutual Insurance Agents E&O program. This program offers competitive pricing and flexible coverage options to meet the needs of the independent P/C agency. Professional liability insurance is available for property/casualty agencies who have been in business for more than three years and whose books of business are over $1 million. P/C premiums should represent 75 percent of the agency’s book of business. The program also includes free data compromise coverage.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: General Insurance Company of America
States: Conn., Dela., Mass., Md., Pa., R.I., and Va.
Contact: Mary Smith at 800-523-6004 or e-mail: mary.smith@issisvs.com
Commercial Auto
Market Detail: Bolton & Co. will consider the following commercial auto operations: long haul trucking; local/intermediate trucking; business auto fleets; limousines/black car services; public livery (no taxis or ridesharing); mobile home toters; livestock haulers; auto haulers; reefer haulers; church vans; cargo vans; and dump trucks. Coverages available include: primary auto liability; non-trucking auto liability; auto physical damage; motor truck cargo; trailer interchange; hired/non-owned liability; hired auto PD; downtime/rental reimbursement; diminishing deductibles; combined deductibles; and reporting form options. All endorsements, driver changes, loss run requests, or other service needs must be sent to the department inbox at auto@boltonmga.com.
Available limits: Unable to disclose
Carrier: ProSight Specialty Insurance
States: Ill., Ind., Ky., Ohio and Tenn.
Contact: Customer service at 502-583-8361
Business Owners Policy – BOP
Market Detail: First Choice Ins. Intermediaries Inc. offers three exclusive products through Hiscox, all tailored to the risks in your client’s industry: professional liability insurance; general liability insurance; and business owner’s policy (BOP). Quote instantly and bind in less than five minutes and receive policy documents via e-mail usually within one hour of purchase (during operating hours, M-F 8am to 10pm EST). Hiscox licensed agents are ready to answer questions and to service a client’s policy. Each quote can be saved individually until you are ready to present options to the client.
Available limits: Minimum $500,000, maximum $3 million
Carrier: Hiscox
States: Calif., Conn., Dela., Fla., Ga., Ks., La., Mass., Md., N.C., N.J., N.Y., Ore., Pa., S.C., Tenn., Texas, and Va.
Contact: Customer service at 866-821-9572
Vacant Property
Market Detail: Texas All Risk‘s eligible vacant classes include pretty much anything with a roof, such as strip centers, homes, office space, warehouses, and commercial buildings. Binding authority with five “A” rated (or better) carriers with up to $2 million per location. Get appointed by filling out the application on the company’s website.
Available limits: Minimum $5,000, maximum $2 million
Carrier: Various, nonadmitted
States: La., Okla., and Texas
Contact: Customer service at 800-627-0303
Yacht and Boat Insurance Brokers
Market Detail: The Casey Insurance Group specializes in marine insurance and is licensed in 40+ states. We are brokers for various companies including Seaworthy, Falvey, Catlin/XL, American Modern, American Reliable, and as a licensed surplus agent various Lloyd syndicates and Sunderland Marine. Commission of 10 percent paid on new and renewal and can usually quote and bind within minutes. Broker application available on MyNewMarkets product page.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Various, admitted and nonadmitted available
States: All states
Contact: Casey Heer at 954-474-3387 or e-mail: casey@caseyinsurancegroup.com
Recreation & Clubs Liability Insurance
Market Detail: Western World Insurance Group offers coverage for amusement devices; athletic events; camps; clubs; equine risks; exercise and health; hot air balloons; outfitters and guides; and special events.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Western World Insurance Group
States: All states except D.C., and N.H.
Contact: Customer service at 201-847-8600
Hotels & Resorts Insurance Program
Market Detail: CITA Insurance Services program is casualty driven with a focus on 3-star, 4-star and 5-star rated hotels/resorts/casinos with amenities. We have the ability to entertain 1-star (multi-location only) or 2-star hotels/motels with minimal or no food and beverage service. The program is available on a national wholesale basis with $1 million/$2 million primary GL limits, $50 million excess limits. Liability liability is included and auto coverage is available.
Available limits: As needed
Carrier: Unable to disclose, admitted
States: All states
Contact: Sue Baxter at 714-939-7420 or e-mail: sbaxter@calsurance.com