Over the past week, protests against racial inequality have been held in dozens of cities across the U.S. While most saw large and peaceful assemblies, some—such as Los Angeles, D.C., New York City, and Minneapolis—included looting, arson, and other property destruction from a small number of participants. For many businesses, this vandalism follows months of… Continue reading Is Looting Insured?
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Insurers Say Riot Damage is Covered under Most Insurance Policies for Businesses
Fraser Ross, owner of the popular Los Angeles boutique retailer Kitson, has boarded up his three stores. The once-thriving business is one of so many retailers experiencing the fallout from the riots and civil unrest that has ravaged the U.S. in recent days. On the heels of the coronavirus outbreak and widespread business closures, now… Continue reading Insurers Say Riot Damage is Covered under Most Insurance Policies for Businesses