NU Property & Casualty 360

10 Best states in the U.S. for starting a new business in 2022

A recent study evaluated such factors as taxes and the weather to determine the business-friendliness of each state.

Posted: Sep 20, 2022

Protecting your social media income through insurance

In social media business interruptions, there may be no physical losses at all.

Posted: Sep 19, 2022

Data & analytics at heart of cargo vessel safety collaboration

Munich Re, the U.S. Coast Guard and the National Cargo Bureau are collaborating to enhance container inspections.

Posted: Sep 19, 2022

NHTSA: Roadway deaths up during first half of 2022

While fatalities were up, the second quarter did see a decline in the rate of fatal accidents for the first time since 2020.

Posted: Sep 19, 2022

Hurricane Fiona hits Dominican Republic after lashing Puerto Rico

Fiona is the sixth storm of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season and the first to cause widespread damage.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

4 Things to know about setting up a 401(k) and profit-sharing plan for your company

A plan can be a powerful tool to help you save for retirement, decrease taxes, and attract and retain top talent.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Violent risks: An active shooter & deadly weapon insurance Twitter chat

A panel of experts will discuss coverage for acts of violence, how to underwrite these risks and what businesses can do to prepare for them.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Texas court tackles consequential vs. direct damage in energy firms’ insurance spat

A key issue raised had to do with whether damages were consequential or direct — something not well defined in Texas caselaw.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

U.S. cities with the most affordable mansions

Much like a Mastercard Black Card, policies for high-value homes come with perks such as no-cost home inspections and employment practice liability options.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Who's using what in P&C insurance: September 19, 2022

Insurance technology news from Claim Genius, Earnix, Smart Communications and more.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Key takeaways from 2022 Florida Association of Insurance Agents convention

The backdrop to this year's confab: Florida's insurance industry is in crisis.

Posted: Sep 18, 2022

Cyberattacks are down, but small businesses becoming bigger targets

The rate of ransomware attacks is slowing as demands go unpaid, according to Coalition.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

Ohio workers' comp bill addresses work-from-home injuries

The bill, effective September 23, 2022, adds exclusions and provisions specifying when compensation is applicable in work-from-home scenarios.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: September 16, 2022

The latest P&C industry personnel news from Everest Reinsurance, BMS Re, Boost and more.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

Protecting organizations from volunteer risks

Only 33% of volunteers surveyed said they had undergone a background check prior to being accepted to their position.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

Win clients with employer-sponsored liability coverage

People are worried about their money, paying their bills, and how potential events could deplete their savings.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

Gaining the upper hand in the digital age

Data-driven customer data can help insurers stand out in the digital engagement era.

Posted: Sep 15, 2022

Why employee loyalty strategies matter more than ever

Showing recognition and appreciation doesn’t have to be difficult or elaborate.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

How to have tough workplace diversity conversations

Spotlight on DE&I: Insurance leaders say the most important step toward workplace diversity is the first one.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

When a recession hits, insurers shouldn't stop marketing

Continuing to market during a downturn sends a powerful message, and it can bring great results.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

Challenging the way things have always been done in insurance

Addressing the talent gap is about more than who you hire, says CRC Executive Vice President Emma Garner.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

California mulls requiring premium discounts for wildfire mitigation efforts

Consumer advocates claim the proposed law doesn’t go far enough in protecting policyholders from nonrenewal.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

Can adjusters become innovators?

Insurtech and the claims process are evolving and adjusters are often the first to identify problems and offer solutions.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

AM Best revises U.S. personal lines outlook to negative

Personal auto lines have become a drag on the entire sector as inflation and loss cost severity continue to hammer insurers.

Posted: Sep 14, 2022

Property adjusters beware: Fire danger ahead

Hazards on a fire scene do not end once the flames are extinguished and investigators must protect themselves from further risks.

Posted: Sep 13, 2022