Shepherd launches admitted casualty products in California

Shepherd is now offering admitted primary casualty coverage in California, including general liability, auto liability and physical damage, and workers’ compensation, underwritten on StarStone National paper through its partnership with Core Specialty. The products are available as of July 1, 2025, and target the commercial construction market with limits up to $2M per occurrence.

The launch expands Shepherd’s admitted footprint to 49 states and continues its tech-first approach to underwriting with retail-only distribution. Non-admitted excess is currently available, with admitted excess expected later this year.