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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

Mobilizing around mobile: Increasing insurance app engagement

Discover the critical functions and best practices that result in winning app experiences.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

How local governments can best prepare for natural disasters

Being adequately prepared for a natural disaster reduces potential property and financial damage as well as loss of life.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

Pandemic-proofing an insurance agency

Failing to adopt a hybrid work model could be the kiss of death to insurance agencies. Here's why.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

Federal judge rejects class action targeting State Farm's auto damage claims

Judge says a 20-year-old Georgia Supreme Court precedent established the formula the insurer uses to evaluate diminished value claims.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

These luxury cars are the most affordable to insure

Aesthetic treasures and engineering marvels, luxury autos typically carry heftier insurance rates because of their refined features.

Posted: Sep 09, 2021

Digitizing & humanizing customer experience in insurance

The road ahead for the insurance industry will be a combination of the best that both man and machine can offer.

Posted: Sep 08, 2021

Auto insurance shopping rate hit an all-time high in Q2

Research indicates younger motorists and riskier drivers are becoming increasingly more active insurance shoppers.

Posted: Sep 08, 2021

Small business cyber insurance premiums up 7% in 2021

The increase follows a period that saw rates fall year-on-year while cyber risks ratcheted up.

Posted: Sep 08, 2021

Mid-season review: 2021 Atlantic storms' impact on insurance

The above-average hurricane season that was forecast to bring 18 named storms already produced 11 cyclones by August 31.

Posted: Sep 08, 2021

Worst states for drivers after an automobile crash or theft

The most expensive states of all for drivers are those where crashes are statistically most likely to result in a fatality.

Posted: Sep 08, 2021

After the storm: How civil authority impacts ALE coverage

Coverage Q&A: Additional living expense (ALE) is often one of the first coverages triggered after a major weather event.

Posted: Sep 07, 2021

How insurance departments are responding to Ida

Part 2 of 2: Some state insurance departments are adopting emergency rules that impact insurance coverage.

Posted: Sep 07, 2021