On May 22, 2017, a suicide bomber targeted an Ariana Grande concert in Manchester, killing more than 20 people and injuring more than 50 others. What you need to know about your policy: As of May 24, 2017, the U.S. Department of State has officially deemed the incident an act of terrorism, meaning there may be coverage for current Tin Leg policyholders to cancel or interrupt their trip. In order to be eligible for these benefits, a Tin Leg policy must have been purchased prior to May 22. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Terrorism: In order for an event to be… Read More
Position Statement – Paris Champs-Elysees Shooting
On April 20, 2017, a shooter opened fire on the Champs-Elysees in Paris, killing a police officer and wounding others. What you need to know about your policy: As of April 20, 2017, the U.S. Department of State has not officially deemed the incident an act of terrorism, meaning there is no coverage for losses related to the attack for current Tin Leg policyholders. If the attack is named a terrorist event, there may be coverage for Tin Leg customers to cancel or interrupt their trip. In order to be eligible for these benefits, a Tin Leg policy must have… Read More
Position Statement – Stockholm Truck Attack
On April 7, 2017, a suspect hijacked a truck and drove into a crowd of people in Stockholm, Sweden, killing multiple people and injuring many others. What you need to know about your policy: On April 7, 2017, the U.S. Department of State officially deemed the incident an act of terrorism, meaning there may be coverage for Tin Leg customers to cancel or interrupt their trip. In order to be eligible for these benefits, a Tin Leg policy must have been purchased prior to April 7. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Terrorism: In order for an event to be covered under Tin… Read More
Position Statement – St. Petersburg Metro Explosion
On April 3, 2017, an explosion on a metro train in St. Petersburg, Russia killed multiple people and injured many others. The city’s underground transportation system was temporarily shut down. As of April 3, 2017, the U.S. Department of State has not declared the explosion an act of terrorism. What you need to know about your policy: The St. Petersburg metro explosion occurred on April 3, 2017. After this time, it is no longer considered an unforeseen event and coverage related to the attack is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after that date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to April 3, 2017,… Read More
Position Statement – London Parliament Attack
On March 22, 2017, a man drove into a crowd and stabbed an armed officer outside the London Houses of Parliament. What you need to know about your policy: As of March 22, the U.S. Department of State has not officially deemed the incident an act of terrorism, meaning there is no coverage for losses related to the attack for current Tin Leg policyholders. If the attack is named a terrorist event, there may be coverage for Tin Leg customers to cancel or interrupt their trip. In order to be eligible for these benefits, a Tin Leg policy must have been purchased prior… Read More
Position Statement – Paris Orly Airport Attack
On Saturday, March 18, 2017, Paris Orly Airport suspended air traffic and closed incoming roads when a man was killed after seizing a soldier’s weapon within the airport. As of J March 18, 2017, the U.S. Department of State has not declared the attack an attempted act of terrorism. What you need to know about your policy: The Paris Orly Airport attack occurred on March 18, 2017. After this time, it is no longer considered an unforeseen event and coverage related to the attack is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after that date. Tin Leg policies purchased… Read More
Position Statement – Winter Storm Orson
On February 10, 2017, Winter Storm Orson became a named storm. What you need to know about your policy: On February 10, 2017, Winter Storm Orson was named. Coverage related to the winter storm is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to February 10, 2017, may provide coverage related to the event, including Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Trip Delay benefits. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather: In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, the event must occur after the policy has been… Read More
Position Statement – Winter Storm Niko
On February 7, 2017, Winter Storm Niko became a named storm. What you need to know about your policy: On February 7, 2017, Winter Storm Niko was named. Coverage related to the winter storm is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to February 7, 2017, may provide coverage related to the event, including Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Trip Delay benefits. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather: In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, the event must occur after the policy has been… Read More
Position Statement – Winter Storm Maya
On February 5, 2017, Winter Storm Maya became a named storm. What you need to know about your policy: On February 5, 2017, Winter Storm Maya was named. Coverage related to the winter storm is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to February 5, 2017, may provide coverage related to the event, including Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Trip Delay benefits. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather: In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, the event must occur after the policy has been purchased and… Read More
Position Statement – Winter Storm Leo
On January 22, 2017, Winter Storm Leo became a named storm. What you need to know about your policy: On January 22, 2017, Winter Storm Leo was named. Coverage related to the winter storm is no longer available for Tin Leg policies purchased after this date. Tin Leg policies purchased prior to January 22, 2017, may provide coverage related to the event, including Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Trip Delay benefits. Trip Cancellation and Trip Interruption coverage for Hurricane and Weather: In order for an event to be covered under Tin Leg policies, the event must occur after the policy… Read More