Industry Happenings

Our PartnerOne Environmental team members have combined experience of over 100 years in the environmental insurance industry. Not only do we have a broad and deep knowledge of the coverages available, we are ahead of the curve on market trends and addressing challenges faced by agents & brokers. Read editorial pieces written by our knowledgeable underwriters and staff members, bringing to you thoughtful and insightful information.


When Do Contractors Need Site-Specific Pollution Insurance?

By Ivy Riggs, PartneOne Environmental Executive Underwriter Often when producers get a request for Pollution insurance, there aren't any qualifiers that explain the need behind the request. But because there are so many types of environmental coverage available today, a f...


Railroad Protective Liability

By Allison McGreal, Assistant Vice President A typical Commercial General Liability Policy will exclude contractual liability which “indemnifies a railroad for bodily injury or property damage arising out of construction or demolition operations within 50 feet of any ra...


Are You Sure Sudden & Accidental Site Pollution Is Enough?

By Ivy Riggs, Executive Underwriter “You sold me the wrong policy!” is a terrible claim no producer ever wants to hear from their client…especially when it’s true. But being an expert in all product lines and understanding the nuances of each can be a challenge fo...


EPA Regulations for Underground Storage Tanks

By Michelle Huitt-Megela, Assistant Vice President All tank owners should be familiar with the UST regulation (40 CFR Part 280) because it defines the Financial Responsibility of each tank owner as it pertains to their underground storage tanks (USTs). This regulation was...



Drive other car coverage: What is it and do I need to add it?

By Adam Saydlowski, Underwriter Auto insurance is a growing need for many people and businesses. More people are driving now than ever, driving to work, school, and to complete errands. Millennials, now the largest portion of the population, are moving out of large cities...


Spotlight: Pollution Exposures at Golf Courses

By Michelle Huitt, Assistant Vice President With more than 15,000 golf courses covering approximately 1.7 million acres of land in the United States, these facilities can pose a significant risk to our environment. Golf courses typically have aboveground storage tanks wit...


A Closer Look: Lost Key Coverage Endorsement

By Chris Reilly, Underwriting Service Manager Imagine your insured’s customer has provided the insured with keys to their building where the project is taking place. Upon arrival it becomes apparent that the keys are nowhere to be found. It is later discovered a hole in...