Insights
There is always something exciting happening at Lockton. Here are just a few from our newsroom.
Inside Risk: Mitigating the risks of roof mounted photovoltaic systems
The use of photovoltaic (PV) systems to generate clean sustainable energy is well established within the built environment, with installations becoming more of a ‘norm’, rather than an exception. However, the installation of PV systems to a building …
Inside Risk: Sprinkler protection in enclosed parking structures
The property fire risk of cars and associated enclosed parking areas has changed significantly over recent decades, increasing the risk of a large loss. Many modern vehicles have increased in size and incorporate bigger quantities of combustible mate …
Law firms: digital assets and blockchain risks
From blockchain-based payment systems to clients’ token offerings, law firms are increasingly finding themselves giving advice around digital assets, blockchain, and other forms of distributed ledger technology (DLT). Given the evolving regulatory la …
Protecting luxury residential developments
Luxury residential developments carry unique challenges. High-end construction materials, valuable contents such as fine art, heightened security needs, and the expectation of high standard alternative accommodation means any loss event can be costly …
Inside Risk: Managing the risk of green and living walls
Green walls (also referred to as living walls or vertical gardens) have become increasingly common within our urban landscape. Typically incorporated into the vertical structures of buildings, they are promoted to boost biodiversity, reduce air pollu …
Impending Port Strike: Insurance and Risk Management Implications
As it has many times before, the International Longshore Association (ILA) is once again threatening a strike, beginning October 1, that could shut down major ports along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts of the United States, with significant repercussio …
