Let’s Call the Whole Thing off! COVID-19 Event Cancellation Insurance Considerations

The COVID-19 pandemic is relatively recent, but is similar to past public health and safety emergencies that have caused canceling or rescheduling of events. Cancellation or rescheduling may either be voluntary or mandated by a civil authority. Get up to speed on how event cancellation insurance works, why it is purchased, typical coverage and language in a policy, the scope and conditions of event cancellation coverage, specified-risk and all-risk coverage differences, triggers and exclusions to coverage, and event cancellation notice requirements.

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