An insurance endorsement clause, also called a rider, is an amendment attached to an insurance contract that adds, removes, or changes the policy's coverage. An endorsement clause can be added when...
What is an Endorsement Clause?
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What is Marine Cargo Insurance?
Marine Cargo Insurance covers the loss, damage, or theft of commodities while in transit between the point of origin and final destination. This is also known as shipping insurance or freight...
Importing For Amazon: 8 Steps to Begin Selling on Amazon
Those who want to sell products manufactured outside the United States using Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) will need to learn the basics of importing and the steps for becoming an Amazon seller. FBA...
Types of Marine Cargo Insurance Coverage
There is a wide variety of marine cargo insurance coverage options available. Shippers should be familiar with the two primary types that exist to decide what kind of coverage is right for them. The...
Carrier Limit of Liability: Filing a Lost Freight Claim
Filing a lost freight claim with a carrier while only being covered by carrier limit of liability is consistently a losing battle for shippers. Shippers expecting to be fully reimbursed by their...
What is Covered by the Freight Company?
When shipments are lost or damaged in transit, shippers will need to know what to expect from their freight company, or carrier, when filing a claim. Lost or damaged shipments will not be fully...
Carrier Limit of Liability: What is Defined as a Package?
Since the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA) was implemented, federal courts have struggled to provide a clear and specific definition of a package for the purpose of carrier liability. The term...
What Does it Mean to Insure Shipment-By-Shipment?
When choosing a cargo insurance policy, it’s essential to look closely at cost and coverage in order to choose the one that is the best fit. Those who rarely ship may financially benefit from...
SRCC and TRIPRA: What Your Insurance Covers
Political unrest and terrorism continue to be a deliberate concern for many businesses. However, there are ways that businesses can mitigate their losses in these situations, specifically by adding...
5 Things to Know Before Importing Personal Protective Equipment
With the increased demand for Personal Protective Equipment, many businesses have begun importing these commodities for the first time. To help get you started, here are 5 things to know before...
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[Webinar] Why Are You Paying More For Cargo Insurance?
In a new installment of our educational webinar series, Trade Risk Guaranty explains why importers and currently paying more for cargo insurance and what caused the hard insurance market. Over the...
A Guide to Cargo Insurance for Personal Protective Equipment
Demand for personal protective equipment (PPE) has surged globally for general consumers and medical professionals alike. Many personal protective equipment suppliers are increasing the number and...