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Protecting Your Business from Harassment and Bullying Allegations in the Digital Era

Risk & Insurance

Businesses should know that when an employee participates in online behavior that leads to other employees feeling harassed or bullied, there is an insurance policy to manage such claims and provide resources to mitigate ongoing exposures. ...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Shot?! Who’s Throwing Away Their Shot?

Insurance Journal

No, I’m not talking about a negligent security case. I was a little late to the party but recently had the opportunity to see “Hamilton” on Broadway. While the play showcased American history, it was easy for me to draw …

Posted: May 05, 2024

New California Law Expands Work Comp Role in Curbing Workplace Violence

Insurance Journal

New legislation aimed at reducing workplace violence in California vastly increases employers’ responsibilities and hands workers’ compensation insurers an unprecedented oversight role that is likely to trigger lawsuits and affect rates a...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Distracted Drivers Making US Roads More Dangerous: Survey

Insurance Journal

Nearly 80% of respondents to a recent Travelers survey said inattentive driving is more of a problem now than it has been in past years. Travelers noted the pandemic triggered a new wave of dangerous habits. The 2024 Travelers Risk …

Posted: May 05, 2024

Why a Focus on Safety Matters: Experts Share the Value of Proactive, Updated Construction Safety Pra...

Insurance Journal

By Allen Laman When construction accidents happen in the United States, the worker often takes the blame. Companies often ask: “What did the worker do wrong?” according to safety expert TJ Lyons. Lyons believes a better approach is to eli...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Embracing Collaboration: Shaping the Future of Healthcare (Re)insurance

Insurance Journal

At the heart of healthcare liability insurance lies the intricate realm of medical malpractice. Demanding a profound understanding of both the product and the healthcare sector, this specialized field is cultivated through years of medical malpractic...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Thought Leadership & Personal Branding for Insurance Executives

Insurance Journal

In the insurance industry, competition can be fierce and consumer trust is paramount. Insurance executives face a unique challenge: standing out as leaders in a sea of expertise. Thought leadership and personal branding offer potent tools for insuran...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Pregnancy Protections

Insurance Journal

Pregnant employees now have the right to accommodations under new federal regulations for enforcing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. These protections are likely to change workplace culture for millions of people, but no other working group is like...

Posted: May 05, 2024

US Assure Expands XPressBIND Eligibility

IA Magazine

US Assure expanded eligibility for XPressBIND, its online six-question application with no underwriting holds, from $500,000 to $1 million for new home construction projects.

Posted: May 05, 2024

Over Half of Cyber Claims Originate in Email Inboxes

IA Magazine

More than half of all 2023 cyber insurance claims were a result of funds transfer fraud (FTF) or business email compromise (BEC), according to a Coalition report.

Posted: May 05, 2024

Power of the Mastermind: Part One

Insurance Journal

What is a mastermind group? A mastermind group is simply an alliance of two or more individuals dedicating themselves to a specific goal. It is a way to get all the knowledge, expertise and connections needed to achieve a goal. …

Posted: May 05, 2024

NCCI’s Chief Actuary Discusses Workers’ Comp Profits, Safety and Future

Insurance Journal

By Andrea Wells The workers’ compensation system overall is healthy and strong. The sector has seen long-term frequency declines for multiple decades with moderate severity of claims costs for at least the past decade. That’s according to...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Revising the New Normal: Exploring the Future of Work for the Insurance Agent

Insurance Journal

Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont, socialist and one-time presidential candidate, has been making headlines recently suggesting that government should mandate 32-hour work weeks for the same pay as the traditional 40-hour week. Naturally, this has be...

Posted: May 05, 2024

Oklahoma Sues Gas Companies for Alleged Fraud During Winter Storm Uri

Insurance Journal

Two Texas-based natural gas companies are being sued by Oklahoma, which alleges they fraudulently reduced gas supplies to send prices soaring during Winter Storm Uri making huge profits while thousands shivered across the state. The lawsuits are Okla...

Posted: May 05, 2024

How Increasing Natural Catastrophes Are Impacting the Environmental Insurance Market

IA Magazine

As natural disasters become more frequent and more costly, insurance carriers are experiencing an increase in the frequency and severity of environmental claims.

Posted: May 05, 2024

CLARA Analytics and Origami Risk Expand Partnership

IIR

The two companies have deepened the integration between their products to offer a seamless solution to help self-insurers, brokers and carriers reduce costs and accelerate AI adoption.

Posted: May 05, 2024

Sapiens Releases Version 9 of Reinsurance Master

IIR

The latest version, integrated with Sapiens Intelligence, enhances operational efficiency, regulatory reporting, and strategic decision-making with robust business insights.

Posted: May 05, 2024

AI to Transform Risk Management Technology in 2024

Risk & Insurance

Exploring the transformative power of technology in risk management, Redhand Advisors 2024 RMIS report highlights 2024's top trends among users and vendors The post

Posted: May 05, 2024

Reflections on a Career in Risk Management: After 30 Years, Barry Scott Retires from the City of Phi...

Risk & Insurance

Barry Scott has encountered a number of unique risk management challenges. Join us in offering cheers to his career and retirement. The post

Posted: May 05, 2024

Why Harnessing AI’s Potential in Health Care Is a Double-Edged Sword

Risk & Insurance

AI’s transformation of health care practice comes with great potential and significant consequences, and it will require careful consideration of its impact. The post

Posted: May 04, 2024

Berkshire Hathaway P&C reinsurance underwriting profit surpasses $1bn in Q1 2024

Reinsurance News

Berkshire Hathaway, the Warren Buffett-run holding company and conglomerate, has surpassed $1 billion in underwriting earnings in its property and casualty (P&C) reinsurance operations during the first-quarter of 2024, up almost 160% year-on-y...

Posted: May 04, 2024

Court Officer Wins Appeal for 9/11 Workers’ Compensation Claim

Risk & Insurance

A New York court officer wins his appeal for workers' compensation benefits, challenging the definition of a 9/11 rescue worker eligible for benefits The post

Posted: May 03, 2024

Can widow collect for emotional distress?

Rough Notes

INSURANCE-RELATED COURT CASES Digested from case reports published online COURT DECISIONS Can widow collect for emotional distress? Christine Moody’s husband, Steven Moody, was accidentally shot and killed by a friend during a camping trip. Moody sou...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Johnell Holly Appointed as Senior Vice President of Global Client Services for FM Global

Risk & Insurance

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Johnell Holly Appointed as Senior Vice Pr...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Matthew V. O’Malley Appointed as Chief Client & Distribution Officer for the Americas at AXA XL

Risk & Insurance

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Matthew V. O’Malley Appointed as...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Study Finds Just 52% of Last Decade’s Largest Carrier M&A’s Created Long-Term Value

Carrier Management

Study Finds Just 52% of Last Decade’s Largest Carrier M&A’s Created Long-Term Value The larger the mergers...

Posted: May 03, 2024

“Regular use” exclusion debated

Rough Notes

INSURANCE-RELATED COURT CASES Digested from case reports published online COURT DECISIONS “Regular use” exclusion debated Matthew Rush was a detective for the city of Easton, Pennsylvania. On November 28, 2015, Rush sustained serious injuries in a mo...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Protected: On-Demand Webinar — Why Some MGAs Thrive: Lessons from the Frontlines of Innovation

Risk & Insurance

There is no excerpt because this is a protected post. The post Protected: On-Demand Webinar — Why Some M...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Is aircraft injury covered?

Rough Notes

INSURANCE-RELATED COURT CASES Digested from case reports published online COURT DECISIONS Is aircraft injury covered? Around 2011, Matthew Mrzena purchased a 1946 Piper PA-12 airplane. Mrzena stopped using the Piper in 2014 when it failed an annual i...

Posted: May 03, 2024

AGENCY PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAM THAT PAYS DIVIDENDS

Rough Notes

Learning from industry leaders Having dedicated philanthropic initiatives as part of your agency business is important for independent agents seeking to secure a future of success. By Kelly Hartweg Most of us know that giving back is good for busines...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Kara Higginbotham Appointed as Head of Professional Liability and Cyber for U.S. National Accounts a...

Risk & Insurance

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Kara Hig...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Kelly Lafnitzegger Joins AIG as Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources & Diversity Offic...

Risk & Insurance

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Kelly Lafnitzegger Joins AIG...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Mosaic’s move to Manhattan marks advancement in US market growth

Reinsurance News

Mosaic Insurance, a global specialty insurer, has relocated its New York City office to Manhattan to accommodate its expanding business and future ambitions in the US market. The new office is situated on the 42nd floor of One Grand Central Place...

Posted: May 03, 2024

BRP to become The Baldwin Group

coverager

The firm’s brand name will be The Baldwin Group.

Posted: May 03, 2024

Uber, Lyft Gig Worker Status Hinges on Massachusetts Court Case

Carrier Management

Uber, Lyft Gig Worker Status Hinges on Massachusetts Court Case...

Posted: May 03, 2024

Wagmo partners with Rover

coverager

Select Wagmo partner companies and their employees will be able to enjoy discounted access to pet care services available on the Rover platform.

Posted: May 03, 2024