In the past three years there has been an increase in mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) activity compared to the prior few years. For example, in the mining sector we are seeing many of our clients opt for purchase of existing assets or companies versus green field...

In a past newsletter we have examined the correlation between commodity prices and construction costs that during periods of escalating commodity prices property owners can find themselves underinsured as the cost to replace certain types of assets escalate. In...

Why are some properties under insured? Under ​insurance happens when policy holders: Do not account for the effects of inflation on insurance coverage Underestimate the replacement costs of buildings and their contents Do not factor in professional costs such as...