Why Axe Throwing Venues Face Liability Risks Most Insurers Will Not Touch
Axe throwing has exploded from a lumberjack novelty into one of the fastest-growing recreational activities in the country. New venues open every month, and each one packs customers, hatchets, and often alcohol into the same room. To an underwriter, that combination reads as a high-risk activity, which is exactly why so many standard carriers decline to write the coverage. Understanding why insurers hesitate, and what it takes to get adequately protected, helps every venue owner navigate this challenging corner of the...