NU Property & Casualty 360

Top of the BOPs: Highest-rated business owners insurance companies

Coverages that BOPs typically provide include property insurance for buildings and contents, business interruption coverage and liability protection.

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

Emerging factors forecast a continued rise in insurance litigation

While less than 1% of cases end up in trial, the percentage of insurance claims that went into litigation rose 47% over a four-year period.

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

The value of diversity initiatives in E&S insurance

Amwins Executive Vice President Terrance Meade shares his perspective on insurance-industry growth opportunities.

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

Climate change is pushing insureds to the E&S market

Global warming will demand accurate data sharing among MGAs, carriers and reinsurers.

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

Insurers must cover drugmaker Valeant for insider-trading claims

Allianz Global Risks US Insurance Co. argued the claims at issue do not meet the policy definition of 'securities claims.'

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

WSIA PAC builds on a record of success

Since its inception, this political action committee has raised more than $1.7 million to support legislative and regulatory efforts.

Posted: Sep 12, 2022

Regular use exclusion in auto policies is unenforceable, Pa. Appeals Court says

The appeals court asserted its position on an issue concerning the regular use exclusion in auto policies set for argument before the state Supreme Court.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

How to effectively respond to the new way of working

Three considerations are essential right now: location, flexibility and DEI issues.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Who's using what in P&C insurance: September 12, 2022

Insurance technology news from Buckle, Recoop Disaster Insurance, Aurenity and more.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

NICB: States with the biggest spikes in stolen vehicles

The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud reported auto theft costs U.S. businesses and consumers around $7.4 billion each year.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Upcoming event to provide insurtech solutions, networking

WSIA's 2023 Insurtech Conference will include dedicated time with exhibitors as well as opportunities to set private meetings.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Attention insurance professionals: Don't click on that!

Cybersecurity is now a threat to every business. Insurance agencies and brokerages are no exception.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Insurtech and incumbent carriers: Partners in progress

From a consumer standpoint, insurtech increases convenience and improves the user experience.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Small businesses are at risk for cyberattacks. Here's how to address them

Along with a proper response plan, small businesses should understand what not to do to avoid future cybersecurity attacks.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

'All bets are off' as California's wildfire season enters danger zone

One utility has already said it may need to cut power to 50,000 Southern California homes and businesses to prevent fires.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

WSIA 2022 board president talks industry trends

The capacity crisis and cybersecurity challenges frame the current surplus lines industry, says Gorst & Compass President Bryan Clark.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Pandemic lessons push WSIA board VP to look to the future

CRC Group CEO Dave Obenauer enjoys helping other insurance professionals succeed and advance in their careers.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Surplus lines leaders mark start of 2022 WSIA Annual Marketplace

The 2022 WSIA Annual Marketplace sets a record with 6,200 registered attendees.

Posted: Sep 10, 2022

2022 E&S insurance update: Preparing to weather any storm

After weathering the COVID-19 storm since early 2020 (and keeping a wary eye on the persistent presence of highly virulent, vaccination-resistant variants),…

Posted: Sep 10, 2022

Networking, topical discussions elevate 2022 WSIA Annual Marketplace

Here is the schedule for this annual event, which this year will draw more than 6,000 surplus lines insurance professionals.

Posted: Sep 10, 2022

Executive Insights: AXIS Capital Wholesale Division CEO Carlton Maner

Carlton Maner is CEO of the newly-formed Wholesale Division of AXIS Capital. He has been in the wholesale, excess and surplus (E&S) lines insurance…

Posted: Sep 10, 2022

Where to find free reports, research on emerging insurance issues

This WSIA Emerging Issues & Innovation Committee remains future-focused.

Posted: Sep 10, 2022

When it comes to insurance, there is opportunity in specialty

Brenda (Ballard) Austenfeld of RT Specialty shares her perspective on current trends and opportunities in the E&S insurance space.

Posted: Sep 09, 2022

Today’s top insurance marketing strategies rely on personalization

Research indicates that two out of five U.S. consumers switch brands due to a lack of personalization or trust.

Posted: Sep 09, 2022

How to reduce the insurance-industry talent gap

It's becoming more popular to advertise insurance careers to students even younger than college-age.

Posted: Sep 09, 2022