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Insurance to see hard market conditions across lines in 2021

Many lines of business are expected to reap the consequences of the unprecedented catastrophic losses experienced in recent years.

Posted: Jan 07, 2021

Embracing the changes in captive insurance

Captives have gained popularity in recent years, and many are now moving into new and exciting phases of their development.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Aceptando la novedad en cautivas

Los cautivos han ganado popularidad en los últimos años y muchos están pasando a nuevas fases de su desarrollo.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Judge denies agent's request to dismiss gym's COVID coverage suit

The judge ruled it is still unclear whether the “reasonable expectations” doctrine can be applied to a commercial insured, including the gym.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

The pandemic broke NPS. Here's why and what insurers should do...

Those of us who look to customer experience metrics to evaluate how our products and services are being received should probably buckle up.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Small businesses hit hard by COVID-19 say insurers came up short in 2020

For the first time in 8 years of the J.D. Power study, customer satisfaction amongst commercial insureds declined in 2020.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Can employers require workers to get a COVID-19 vaccine?

Here's what legal experts are saying along with tips to help employers evaluate whether to implement a mandatory vaccination program.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Is cannabis the next insurance opportunity?

The still-emerging cannabis industry presents equal amounts of opportunity and uncertainty, with many watching the federal government to see where risks lay.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

2020's top 10 egregious password blunders

From Twitter to day traders, discover the most egregious password practices deployed during 2020 and pick up a few online safety tips for 2021.

Posted: Jan 06, 2021

Around the P&C insurance industry: January 6, 2020

News from One80 Intermediaries, BMS Group, InsurTech NY and more.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Can ALE be triggered when policy limits are exhausted?

Coverage Q&A: This week's Q&A asks if Additional Living Expenses covers cleaning and restoration costs after dwelling coverage is exceeded.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Wildfires and wine don't mix

The latest Insurance Speak podcast features Larry Chasin’s insights on the impact of an unusual wildfire season on California’s vineyards.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Applying the 'but for' test to wide-area damage (part 3)

Part three of this series examines concurrent causations and how to apply them to business interruption claims.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Insurance events & conferences: Winter 2021

Here are the P&C insurance events to have on your radar this January through March.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Insurance shoppers' top concerns in 2021

Many of the top concerns held by policyholders in 2020 will carry over into the new year.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

How to win clients and influence leads in 2021

Here are four predictions that all insurance agents should consider to grow their book of business this year.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

11 cars, trucks and motorcycles poised to rise in value in 2021

Many of the dream cars on Hagerty's annual list may have surprising price tags but can also be shockingly affordable to insure.

Posted: Jan 05, 2021

Cyber insurance trends to look for in 2021

The cyber insurance industry is rapidly evolving, opening doors for stronger relationships between insurers and policyholders.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

Boater's misleading statement results in claim denial

The ruling hinged on the maritime doctrine of "uberrimae fidei," which says boat owners have a duty to "fully and voluntarily disclose" all material facts.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

One state is seeing increasing bad faith claims in UM/UIM complaints

Some Connecticut courts have begun applying a less stringent standard for pleading bad faith in insurance cases.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

Applying the 'but for' test to wide-area damage (part 2)

Better understand how attorneys and forensic accountants view these types of incidents with the second installment in this three-part series.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

The impact of COVID-19 on employment claims and litigation

Issues like accommodations, workplace safety, terminations and discrimination based on COVID-19-related risks raise new questions for employers.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

New California labor laws in 2021 address gig workers, sick leave and more

Here's a quick overview of some of the major regulations that California employers will want to be aware of as we begin 2021.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

Best U.S. cities for women to break the glass ceiling

Many women have struggled to climb the career ladder in the insurance industry. These cities are trailblazing change.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021

Insurance in 2021: A tale of the ant and the grasshopper

Expect a hardening environment in the year ahead with fewer policies, higher premiums and restrictive coverage.

Posted: Jan 04, 2021