liability
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The home still remains exposed to risks such as fire, storms, water damage, theft and liability claims, the law firm says.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
“Efforts to identify the responsible party were hindered by ownership transitions and liability disputes, which delayed DTSC’s enforcement activities,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Auto insurers didn’t pay out on 45% of auto liability and medical claims they resolved last year, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
Taking too much in a single year could push you into a higher tax bracket, so spreading withdrawals out may help you manage your tax liability.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 11, 2026
“You’re so much more of an asset than a liability, Michelle, you have to know that,” he said, looking stricken.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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It suggested ways to reduce the cost of wildfire liabilities, including by capping fees of attorneys representing victims and reducing payments to survivors for non-economic damages like pain and suffering.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 5, 2026
While retirement planning often focuses on accumulating assets, the researchers argue that advisers and retirees should also pay close attention to future liabilities, particularly the essential expenses that are almost certain to occur.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026
To estimate each candidate’s net worth, the Tribune took the midpoint of their lowest and highest possible worths, based on the assets and liabilities they listed on their disclosure forms.
From Salon ● Jul. 24, 2026
Pension funds and insurers that need to match the durations of their liabilities with similar assets snap up the longest-dated bonds even when yields are absurdly low.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
The durability of the empire is compelling evidence that the assets outweighed the liabilities.
From "Circumference" by Nicholas Nicastro
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