NU Property & Casualty 360

The implications of medical marijuana in workers' comp

Laws regarding post-accident marijuana testing remain a contentious issue in the workers’ compensation arena.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Paying earthquake claims under a bare walls condo policy

Coverage Q&A: A condominium building was declared a total loss after an earthquake, but individual units suffered no damages.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Around the P&C insurance industry: November 18, 2020

News from CNA Canada, Professional Insurance Agents, The Institutes and more.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Rapidly evolving cannabis landscape raises questions for employers

In a recent virtual forum, panelists discussed key issues for employers to consider with cannabis, from employee safety to claims.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Strongest Atlantic storm of 2020 batters Central America

Hurricane Iota, the record 30th named storm this year, could trigger a humanitarian crisis in an already vulnerable region.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

10 ways your company can support Black colleagues, improve well-being

Current events are bringing strategies to create work cultures that prioritize diversity and equality to the desks of executives across the U.S.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Employee ownership drives stronger culture and shared values

A 100% employee-owned insurance firm shares how providing employees with a constancy of purpose reinforces a shared responsibility for success.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Auto insurance givebacks: Are policyholders getting a good deal?

There are multiple variables preventing auto insurers from offerings complete policyholder refunds.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

Global economy outlook: Swiss Re forecasts four possible paths

Each of the four scenarios forecasted by Swiss Re analysts will impact life and non-life insurance premiums by rising 3% to falling 4%.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

7 steps to reduce pandemic fatigue

In this anxious time, it's vital to check-in with family and friends, but most importantly, yourself.

Posted: Nov 17, 2020

10 ways your company can support Black colleagues and improve well-being

Current events are bringing strategies to create inclusive cultures that truly prioritizes diversity and equality straight to the desk of executives across the U.S.

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

Digital transformation in insurance: Time to focus on marketing

Brands like Amazon and Zappos have changed the way insurance consumers expect us to market and interact with them.

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

When wine goes up in smoke

Subrogating winery inventory claims after a wildfire involves identifying the origin and type of damage.

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

Why companies could benefit from integrated risk management

Integrated risk management brings together all forms of corporate risk for a comprehensive, end-to-end view of risk across the organization.

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

10 most stolen motorcycle brands in 2019

The top 10 most stolen makes account for 32,687 of the 40,8030 motorcycle thefts reported last year.

Posted: Nov 16, 2020

Fla. court refuses to apply 'virus exclusion' in COVID insurance lawsuit

This highlights insurers' greatest weakness in COVID cases: most of the exclusions cited to avoid coverage have nothing to do with a pandemic.

Posted: Nov 15, 2020

Who's using what in P&C insurance: November 16, 2020

Insurance technology news from AXA XL, Sapiens, Brown & Brown, Nationwide, Hiscox and more.

Posted: Nov 15, 2020

Will the claim tendering missteps of Superstorm Sandy be repeated?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, contractors must learn from the claim tendering missteps of the past and vigilantly monitor their subcontractors.

Posted: Nov 15, 2020

FHA proposes allowing private flood insurance option

The FHA says the proposal could provide new options for 3% to 5% of FHA borrowers.

Posted: Nov 15, 2020

The new innovator's dilemma in insurance

Here are the challenges insurance incumbents face in securing the tools needed to better keep up with our changing world.

Posted: Nov 13, 2020

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

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

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