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People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: October 15, 2021

News from Chubb, RT Specialty, Canopius Group and more.

Posted: Oct 14, 2021

Smarter underwriting with data can improve risk selection & refine pricing

Looking beyond hazards and leveraging vulnerability attributes can enable property insurers to gain a competitive advantage.

Posted: Oct 14, 2021

Cannabis operations are hungry for D&O coverage

Most of the top executive talent in this industry see D&O as an absolute must for a company serious about growing its operations.

Posted: Oct 14, 2021

2021's Best and worst states to work in the U.S.

A report reveals the dramatically different conditions workers experience based on where they live.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

Construction firms embracing online training, safety data

Nearly 20% of contractors said making better use of the data they currently collect is the top way they can improve their safety program.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

Disgraced insurance commissioner receives 7-year jail sentence

Georgia's former insurance commissioner, Jim Beck, will spend time in federal prison over a $2.5 million fraud scheme.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

How insurers can build confidence in their AI

Increased transparency and control allows insurers to become more sophisticated about the manner in which they use artificial intelligence.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

The case for connected insurance

There are three key benefits insurers can expect when using low-code to deliver a connected insurance experience.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

Data breaches declined during Q3, still up for year

While the quantity of breaches dropped compared to Q2, 2021 is still on pace to set an all-time high in the number of total events.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

Travel insurance sales shoot past pre-pandemic levels

Older generations, which previously made up a majority of travel insurance clients, have yet to resume traveling at pre-pandemic levels.

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

5 cybersecurity tips for employers with remote workers

Hackers are seizing new opportunities. Are your business clients prepared for a cyberattack?

Posted: Oct 13, 2021

Around the P&C insurance industry: October 13, 2021

News from PuroClean, Nationwide, Custard Companies and more.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Why InsurTech Financing Solutions Are Here to Stay

Herb Chirico explains the key elements of evaluating a premium financing solution and why this type of solution is vital to agents' success.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

When is water backup and sump overflow coverage triggered?

Coverage Q&A: Where the water originates could determine whether or not there is insurance coverage.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

For cyber insurance, it's MFA or the highway

The average commercial insurance client could drastically improve their ability to thwart ransomware by using multi-factor authorization.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Wyoming, Idaho most at risk for prolonged wildfire recovery

While less populated, states with fewer housing units face more prolonged wildfire recovery risks, according to CoreLogic.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Allstate employees' lawsuit over 401(k) plan to proceed

The complaint accuses the insurer and its plan fiduciaries of mishandling employees' retirement investments.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

7 ways homeowners should prepare for cooler weather

These fall home-maintenance steps can provide homeowners with peace of mind as the seasons change.

Posted: Oct 12, 2021

Exploitable application flaws increase cyber risks

When a serious Microsoft vulnerability came to light, it proved why paying claims alone can’t be only what cyber insurance provides.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

Calif. court allows Metallica's event cancellation case to continue

‘. . . And Justice For All,’ or at least some heavy metal icons as a California court decides it is too early in the lawsuit for dismissal.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

A holistic approach to climate risks and opportunities

A white paper from Willis Towers Watson offers practical insights on how insurers can manage the enterprise risks of climate change.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

Insurance agents provide unparalleled value to small businesses

When it comes to working with small business owners, independent agents have several clear advantages.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

State of the commercial insurance marketplace in 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to pose a significant risk to businesses.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

J.D. Power: Top renters insurers for customer satisfaction in 2021

J.D. Power reported baby boomers are increasingly becoming renters, presenting a customer retention risk for insurance companies.

Posted: Oct 11, 2021

American collectors buy for passion & investment

A new Chubb survey shows some types of collections are on the rise that require unique insurance protection.

Posted: Oct 10, 2021