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How an accident claim affects rates with the largest auto insurers

Auto insurance rates increased an average of 46% after an accident across the five insurers ValuePenguin studied.

Posted: Sep 15, 2021

Poultry plant operator hit with fine after another chemical leak

The second incident came 42 days after six employees were killed following a nitrogen leak at the plant.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

Insurance coverage when tree growth damages property

Coverage Q&A: A tree's roots grew through a property's exterior brick wall.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

How agents and brokers can best advise new business owners

The decision to start a new business is the first of many on an entrepreneur's journey. Here's how you can help.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

Nicholas lashes the Gulf Coast after Ida's devastation

Torrential rain from Storm Nicholas could last for days, knocking out power and unleashing floods across Texas and Louisiana.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

Around the P&C insurance industry: September 15, 2021

News from SIAA, Alera Group, Corvus Insurance and more.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

40 years of watching independent agents adapt to survive

Despite emerging challenges, independent agents are not likely 'going the way of the milkman' anytime soon.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

ALM launches new cannabis-related certification for the insurance industry

The Cannabis Insurance Coverage Specialist will prepare insurance professionals for an emerging growth industry.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

2021's Most affordable sedans to insure

When it comes to selecting a new vehicle, sedans are popular because of their relative affordability and favorable gas mileage.

Posted: Sep 14, 2021

Allianz fined $1.12M over Australian travel insurance sales

An Australian court handed down the penalty after finding the insurer engaged in 'misleading and deceptive conduct' when selling travel insurance.

Posted: Sep 13, 2021

Executive Insights: Aon North America CEO Jennifer Bell

The newly minted CEO discusses two of her passions, golf and giving back, as well as where the industry is heading.

Posted: Sep 13, 2021

Deepfakes: An insurance industry threat

From bogus claims to reputational damage, the ability of synthetic media to seemingly bend reality is an emerging menace with a far reach.

Posted: Sep 13, 2021

Understanding & writing D&O policies for SPACs

Review the unique challenges in structuring a D&O liability insurance program for SPACs.

Posted: Sep 13, 2021

Competition is 'fierce' to insure established cannabis businesses

Riskier businesses in this space are seeing property line rates grow, capacity shrink and additional exclusions.

Posted: Sep 13, 2021

The top 10 cyber insurance companies of 2021

Cyber insurance rates increased around 20% for midsize and large companies, while small saw rate growth of 7%.

Posted: Sep 12, 2021

The future of ultra-targeted insurance: Get bigger by thinking smaller

Insurance firms that use data-driven insights to understand customers can create relevant market positioning to stand out amongst competitors.

Posted: Sep 12, 2021

Who's using what in P&C insurance: September 13, 2021

Insurance technology news from Indigo Insurance, AXA XL, Notion and more.

Posted: Sep 12, 2021

Addressing wildfire risks and policy concerns with clients

Here is how brokers can help clients better understand homeowners insurance and coverage for fire-related losses.

Posted: Sep 12, 2021

Applied Net 2021 spotlights urgent agency, carrier tech needs

The Applied Net 2021 agenda was built around the themes of 'insurance ecosystems' and 'digital connectivity.'

Posted: Sep 12, 2021

9/11, COVID and the insurance industry

Reviewing both events can offer tips for managing future unprecedented events.

Posted: Sep 10, 2021

All the insurance I wish my agent would have sold me

Agents are in a unique position to effectively educate and prepare customers for future risks that insurance could cover.

Posted: Sep 10, 2021

White House releases vaccine-requirement plans

The Department of Labor is developing an emergency rule requiring businesses with 100 or more employees to require vaccines or test workers weekly.

Posted: Sep 10, 2021

Leaders from winning insurance agencies impart advice

I wrote in the July/August issue of NU Property & Casualty magazine about how often insurance professionals express love for their work. While…

Posted: Sep 10, 2021

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: September 10, 2021

News from Canopius Group, Swiss Re, Metromile and more.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

How sentiment impacts insurance stock prices

As the pandemic evolves, tracking sentiment about the insurance industry can provide fresh insights into how investors feel.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021