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Liberty Mutual faces backlash for 'fueling the climate crisis'

Despite the insurer's move to restrict coal coverage, its policies fail to achieve 'meaningful action to address climate change," say activists.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Ensuring data accuracy to avoid costly errors and delays

Proper software testing avoids delays and errors. It also allows firms to harness the power of big data in a cost-effective manner.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Trump denies, then approves, California's aid request for wildfire relief

In an appeal for federal aid, California Gov. Newsom asserted infrastructure damage estimates for 2020 fires exceeded $229 million.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Are you missing the evolution in contractors’ professional liability insurance?

Today's contractors must thoroughly understand all of their exposures.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Insurance underwriters may face more tax liabilities under Biden plan

Among other provisions, the Democratic presidential nominee's tax plan calls for raising the corporate tax rate.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

Top complaints at the 10 largest U.S. insurers in 2019

Consumers want to know how often their insurers receive complaints and why.

Posted: Oct 19, 2020

South Carolina Private Flood Insurance Act, enacted.

The Act aims to make flood insurance more accessible.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Who's using what in P&C insurance: October 19, 2020

Insurance technology news from Nationwide and Generali Global Assistance, Tokio Marine HCC, Lockton, Farmer's Insurance, Verisk and more.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Workers' comp insurance questions for small business owners

A recent survey found that only about one-third of small businesses have active workers' compensation policies.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Talking cars — what does yours say in a crash?

Vehicle data offers the next frontier to mitigate accident injuries and improve casualty claim responses.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Workers' comp insurance questions for small-business owners

A recent survey found that only about one-third of small businesses have active workers' compensation policies.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

South Carolina signs Private Flood Insurance Act into law

The legislation aims to make flood insurance more accessible, resulting in more competitive pricing and options for consumers.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Strengthen risk mitigation practices with the Risk Management Report newsletter

The biweekly report features content for risk pros on emerging risks, reinsurance, business interruption and more.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

Strengthen risk mitigation practices with the Risk Management Report

This semi-monthly newsletter features content for risk pros on emerging risks, cybersecurity, compliance and more.

Posted: Oct 18, 2020

How comfortable are insurance consumers with telematics?

Despite privacy concerns, a survey shows customers are starting to see the value of sharing driving data for auto insurance pricing.

Posted: Oct 16, 2020

Harness inclusion, innovation to solve insurance’s toughest problems

Insurance leaders must lean in, step up, and raise their voices to continue the industry's noble purpose.

Posted: Oct 16, 2020

The construction insurance market faces rising uncertainty

Here are the hot topics for building and construction insurance and risk pros attending IRMI's Virtual Construction Risk Conference Oct. 19-20, 2020.

Posted: Oct 16, 2020

Insuring jewelry...protecting the priceless

Adjusters should understand the difference in coverage between homeowners policies and specialty jewelry insurance.

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

Food safety trends during second-quarter 2020

A new report shows how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted safety measures across the food industry.

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: October 16, 2020

Recent career move news from NFP, Munich Re, Erie Insurance and more

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

Pandemic legislation: Lessons from the U.S. terrorism response

Will the United States federalize pandemic business-interruption losses in the same way the country did with terrorism losses?

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

Study: Insurance industry lacks Hispanic representation, support

A report from Marsh and the LAAIA draws attention to the many barriers facing Hispanic insurance professionals today.

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

Hurricane Delta loss estimates add to an already costly 2020 season

The Category 2 storm was the second hurricane in six weeks to hit the southwestern coast of Louisiana.

Posted: Oct 15, 2020

The careers with the most (and least) diverse representation

Hawaii, New Mexico and California boast the most ethnic diversity, but which industries top the list?

Posted: Oct 15, 2020