NU Property & Casualty 360

Insurers should stop crying wolf and start paying COVID-19 claims

Three claims attorneys analyze and contend insurers' court arguments and defense tactics in ongoing COVID-related claims cases.

Posted: Nov 13, 2020

Beware of these 7 deadly sins of working from home

Working remotely presents opportunities, but insurance professionals also need to avoid temptation.

Posted: Nov 13, 2020

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: November 13, 2020

Recent career move news from Hiscox, Chubb, Lockton, VIAA and more.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

Courts find coverage for COVID-19 business interruption losses

Judges in Florida and North Carolina have found that insurers’ exclusions did not clearly define damages arising from the coronavirus or government orders.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

Four challenges impacting MGAs today

From COVID-19 to the tech revolution, four MGA leaders offered their insights on managing general agents' top obstacles during a recent webinar.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

Record-breaking Tropical Storm Eta makes second Fla. landfall

Eta first hit the Florida Keys on Nov. 8th as the record 12th named storm to target the U.S. in 2020.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

How to protect a small business from workers’ comp fraud

Small-business owners should know how to recognize the signs of workers’ comp fraud and take precautions to help protect operations.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

10 insurers ranked highest for auto claims satisfaction in 2020

Cycle times for claimants improved to 10.3 days during the pandemic, down from the pre-virus average of 12.6 days.

Posted: Nov 12, 2020

12 tips to build a book of business as a rookie insurance broker

Entering a new profession with a sound strategy can help ensure long-term success.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Here's how R&W insurance may look after COVID-19

Study: Representation and warranties (R&W) insurance policyholders should move quickly with claims and come well-armed to the claims process.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Gamification for agencies: Drive results in a remote work world

Seth Preus, CEO of Mivation, explains how gamification can help agencies fuel engagement, motivation and productivity.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

How Twitter can help agencies generate leads, influence buying decisions

Here's how insurance agencies can leverage Twitter's platform as a tool for growth.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Gamification for agencies: Drive results in a remote-work world

Seth Preus, CEO of Mivation, explains how gamification can help agencies fuel engagement, motivation and productivity.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Are insurers prepared for the COVID-19-related litigation avalanche?

In the U.S., 1,295 cases are working their way through the court system, and insurers should expect more to come.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

Top military-friendly P&C insurance employers of 2020

We updated this list in honor of Veteran’s Day today and the unquestionable skills and character that veterans bring to the insurance world.

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

How the military prepared one veteran to serve the insurance industry

Ten years in the U.S. Army has provided Ash Thomas with invaluable lessons that continue to influence his insurance career today.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

Insurance for water damage repair in a co-op building

Coverage Q&A: Improvements and betterments installed by an apartment owner must be removed to repair damaged walls.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

Around the P&C insurance industry: November 11, 2020

News from CRC Group, Fox School of Business, RIMS and more.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

New ruling on COVID-related business interruption claims rattles insurance defense attorneys

Litigators fear this ruling could embolden plaintiffs’ attorneys to file more lawsuits against insurers – and win.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

New COVID-19 coverage ruling rattles insurers' defense attorneys

Litigators fear a recent court decision could embolden policyholders to file more lawsuits against insurers — and win.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

Insurer has no duty to cover claim after agent pocketed premiums

The insured paid their property insurance premium directly to their insurance agent who failed to deliver the payment to the insurer.

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

Super insurance fraudsters join the Hall of Shame

The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud introduces scammers, liars, murderers, and arsonists into the elite group of ‘shamers.’

Posted: Nov 10, 2020

RSA Insurance mulls $9.5 billion takeover from foreign insurers

The potential acquisition could become one of the largest insurance M&A transactions of 2020.

Posted: Nov 09, 2020

Disrupting P&C insurance distribution models

Insurers are facing compelling reasons to expand distribution beyond the tried and true channels.

Posted: Nov 09, 2020

Three InsurTech trends rapidly transforming P&C insurance

Using data to gain a deeper understanding of policyholder behavior can be one of the most effective means of building trust with insureds.

Posted: Nov 09, 2020