NU Property & Casualty 360

Property owners fret over widespread remote-work trend

The number of companies that allow employees to work remotely recently fell from 39% to 26%, a new survey reveals.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

WSIA Education Session: A primer on parametric policies

During a WSIA education session panelists discussed the benefits and underwriting process for these alternative insurance products.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

WSIA members make recruitment a priority

The competition for new hires is increasing, and carriers find interviewing a two-way process.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

WSIA 2021 Annual Marketplace Schedule: Thurs., Nov. 18

Today's weather forecast in San Diego is mostly cloudy with a high of 67 degrees.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

Conning: Wholesale insurance does not cost more for insureds

The research underscores the idea that retailers and insurance buyers should leverage a wholesale specialist to find the right solution for their complex risks.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

WSIA interns gain holistic industry perspective

The Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association’s internship program is unique among the many recruitment endeavors targeting rising insurance professionals.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

Executive Insights: Gorst & Compass President Bryan Clark

Even in the increasingly digital insurance business, great people skills dictate success, according to this industry veteran.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

Preparation & business continuity strategies for when disaster strikes

Learn the three stages of a business continuity plan and some tips for helping commercial clients prepare for disasters.

Posted: Nov 17, 2021

Managing the risks of cannabis-touching entities

Attorney Jodi Green discusses risks insurers should consider when writing coverage for grow operations, manufacturers and dispensaries.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Personal, financial line pros talk shop, mingle on WSIA’s opening day

WSIA’s Annual Marketplace’s professional and financial line reception drew a large crowd and served as an early kickoff to the event.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Downed trees and damaged appliances

Coverage Q&A: What is covered by artificially generated electrical current perils in personal policies?

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

WSIA PAC success is critical to advocacy efforts

The PAC has raised more than $1.5 million since launching in 2005 and is nearing its 2021 goal.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Here's why many workers are now hunting for a new job

Recent research has revealed identifiable gaps between men and women in terms of workplace leadership, entrepreneurship and more.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Personal, financial line pros talk shop, mingle at WSIA reception

WSIA’s Annual Marketplace’s professional and financial line reception drew a large crowd and served as an early kickoff to the event.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Around the P&C insurance industry: November 17, 2021

News from Alera Group, XPT, NFP and more.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

WSIA 2021 Annual Marketplace Schedule: Wed., Nov. 17

All Annual Marketplace attendees are encouraged to attend U40-hosted educational sessions.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Executive Insights: Erin Dolan pushes for insurance professional education

'Continuing education in this space is very important,' says RSUI Group Senior Vice President Erin Dolan.

Posted: Nov 16, 2021

Insurers are getting more anxious about climate risks

More than 90% of insurance executives say climate risk will have a major impact on how they build their portfolios over the next two years.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

The worst drivers in the U.S. live in these 10 states

Speeding is far from the only peril faced by today’s drivers.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

Shingle manufacturer warranties may reduce roof claim indemnity

Nearly one-half of all single-family detached homes may be eligible for non-prorated roofing manufacturer warranty coverage for wind claims.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

WSIA members sound off on emerging insurance trends

The organization's Emerging Issues & Innovation Committee is working to determine future trend reports and webinar topics.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

WSIA 2021 Annual Marketplace Schedule: Tues., Nov. 16

For attendees of the WSIA 2021 Annual Marketplace, the first stop will be the Badge Pickup/Safe Expo Verification tent

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

Woman settles with insurer six years after suffering brain injury

The $1.5 million settlement came six years after a car accident left the plaintiff with post-concussion syndrome and memory loss.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

WSIA leaders welcome members to the 2021 Annual Marketplace

The Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA) expects more than 4,380 industry professionals for this week's San Diego event.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021

WSIA Insurtech Committee explores the impact of digitalization

The 2022 WSIA Insurtech Conference will focus on topics that highlight the how-to and value of developing a digital strategy.

Posted: Nov 15, 2021