Specifications:
Waiver Type: New Origination
Insurance Type: Liability
Insurance Term: General Liability - Limit
Template Outline:
#1 - How should the introductory section of the waiver be structured?
The introductory section of the waiver should clearly state the requestor’s identity and the purpose/type of waiver being requested. The examples provided below can be used for further assistance if needed.
<Organization/Borrower name> is currently seeking the waiver of insurance coverage requirements pertaining to <Insurance coverage name>. These requirements include <Insurance coverage requirement details>.
<Agent name> is currently applying for the exception of insurance coverage requirements pertaining to <Insurance coverage name> on behalf of <Organization/Borrower name>. These requirements include <Insurance coverage requirement details>.
#2 - What property details should be included in the waiver?
When writing the waiver, the organization/borrower should provide all relevant details about the property. Providing these details can help demonstrate the applicability of the current insurance policy. These details may include property name, location, number of buildings, and number of stories. Below is an example that can be used for additional guidance if required.
<Property name> is currently owned by <Organization/Borrower name>. The <Property name> is located in <City, State> at <location details> and has a total of <number of buildings>, each of which is <number of stories> high.
#3 - How to provide details about the current coverage?
The organization/borrower should provide all relevant details about the current coverage in place. Providing these details can help demonstrate a certain extent of compliance with coverage requirements. Such coverage details may include provider name, policy name, type, structure, and coverage limits. Below is an example that can be used for further assistance if required.
<Property name> is currently insured by <Insurance provider name> that is currently providers <Insurance coverage 1> and <Insurance coverage 2>. The current <Insurance coverage 1> has a per occurrence limit of <dollar amount> and a policy aggregate of <dollar amount>. In addition, the <Insurance coverage 2> provides additional coverage of <dollar amount>.
#4 - What information should be used when comparing the current coverage to the industry standards?
The organization/borrower should also provide information about the industry standard pertaining to the coverage requirements. It’s important to understand that such details may include standard coverage limits for others operating in the same industry as the organization/borrower.
<Organization/Borrower name> currently has a per occurrence limit of <dollar amount> and a policy aggregate of <dollar amount>. Whereas the average industry standard for per occurrence coverage limits is <dollar amount> and <dollar amount> for policy aggregate.
#5 - How to provide details about the loss history of the organization/borrower?
When writing the waiver, the organization/borrower should provide all details pertaining to previous losses/claims. The information may include the number of losses/claims experienced, number of opened and closed claims, and total amount paid in losses/claims. Providing such information can help determine if the current coverage is sufficient. The example below can be used for further assistance if needed.
<Organization/Borrower name> has had a total of <number of claims> since <date>. As of <date>, all these claims have been paid in full. These claims amount to a total of <dollar amount> and have not breached the policy limits therefore, <Insurance coverage 1> and <Insurance coverage 2> are sufficient for the <Organization/Borrower name>.
#6 - How to emphasize compliance deficiency and efforts?
The organization/borrower should provide details about their current coverage limits as well as the required limits, as it can demonstrate the extent of non-compliance pertaining to their coverage. In addition, the organization/borrower should also provide details about efforts they made to acquire compliant coverage. Below is an example that can be used for further assistance if required.
As mentioned, the <Organization/Borrower’s> <Insurance coverage 1> has a per occurrence of <dollar amount> and aggregate limit of <dollar amount>. In addition, <Insurance coverage 2> has a limit of <dollar amount >. The required coverage limits for these policies are <coverage requirement details>. Therefore, the <Deficient coverage name> is only deficient by <dollar amount>. In addition, compliant coverage quotes were obtained, however, acquiring the compliant coverage would increase costs by <dollar amount>.
#7 - How to justify the request for approval?
Before submitting the request, the organization/borrower should justify why it should be approved. This justification can be based on the sufficiency of the current coverage and low losses/claims in the past. In addition, factors such as increased costs triggered by acquiring compliant coverage and financial stability can be used to further strengthen the request for exception.