Casualty

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Umbrella and Excess Casualty Coverage
Built for Complex Liability Exposures

The casualty team at Cardinal E&SSM is built to handle complex liability exposures with precision and speed. Backed by broad underwriting authority and a deep understanding of evolving risk, we provide tailored casualty insurance solutions delivered exclusively through wholesale distribution.

Cornerstone Industries

Construction

Entertainment & Leisure

Financial Institutions

Hospitality  

Manufacturing

Real Estate

Retail & Wholesale Trade

Technology, Media & Telecom

Desired Classes

Artisan and General Contractors

OCIP, CCIP, Project Specific

Equipment Dealers and Service

Habitational Real Estate, OLT

Durable and Consumer Goods

Manufacturing, Industry 4.0

Machine Shops and Component Parts

Grocers, Convenience Stores

Hotels and Gaming

Restaurants, Taverns, Lounges, Game Bars

Sports and Entertainment Venues

Theme Parks

Fast
Underwriting
Responses

Business people walking fast

We’re Here For You

Our world-class talent is uniquely positioned to deliver holistic solutions. 

Brokers, please reach out and let us know how our dedicated teams can help you. 

 

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Key Contact:
Casualty

Erika Palass

VP, Head of Wholesale Umbrella & Excess Casualty

(480) 734-5519

Cardinal E&S Delivers

Fast, Reliable Underwriting Responses When Timing Matters Most

Quick quotes and timely communication are top priorities. Our streamlined process, underwriting efficiency, and decentralized decision-making enable fast, thoughtful responses for wholesale brokers.

Custom Coverage for Complex, Hard-to-Place Risks

Our underwriting expertise and meaningful capacity allow us to craft tailored insurance solutions that meet the unique needs of your clients.

Proactive Risk Control and Expert Claims Handling

Our industry-leading risk control team helps identify and manage exposures, while experienced claims professionals ensure efficient, effective claim resolution.

Backed by Strength, Built on Trust

Our products and services are backed by CNA—bringing over 125 years of experience, financial strength, and a legacy of reliability.

Why Cardinal E&S

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A global insurance leader for over 125 years.

$15.0B

Total Revenue

Business entrust us to insure what's most important to them.

$50.4B

Invested Assets

Offering competitive premiums and fast claims support.

$11.6B

Statutory Surplus

Providing our customers dependability when they need it most

Financial Performance
Stock Price

(in USD)

CNA Financial Corporation

CNA

Credit Rating

(based on top four major agencies)

A+ (Stable)
A.M. Best
A2 (Positive)
Moody's
A+ (Stable)
S&P
A+ (Stable)
Fitch Rating