NU Property & Casualty 360

CGL policies and coverage for 'forever chemical' product liabilities (part 2)

In part two of this series, review the history of pollution exclusions and some potential defense strategies to circumvent it.

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

Insurance for the TikTok generation

Gen Z isn't just any generation. They bring unique qualities, values and expectations that demand your attention.

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

Data minimization as a cybersecurity strategy

Is collecting, storing and securing vast troves of data still the prudent move as cyberthreats abound, or is ‘overcollecting’ resulting in overexposure?

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

4 trends shaping the casualty market

Inflation — combined with rising interest rates — has caused widespread disruption.

Posted: Aug 30, 2023

Helping Maui recover after the wildfires

Insurers, restoration companies and other vendors are heading to the island to assess damage and begin the rebuilding process.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

Around the P&C insurance industry: August 30, 2023

Insurance industry news from Neptune Flood, Orion180, Texas Agency Alliance and more.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

‘Witch’s brew’ of swelling insurance costs and regulation compliance creates distress for Florida’s...

If an association doesn't initiate inspections, they could be liable for negligence or criminal charges.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

Celent: 7 tech essentials for modern insurance carriers

A new report from the research and advisory firm says the industry’s stoic nature can function as an innovation roadblock.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

CGL policies and coverage for 'forever chemical' product liabilities (part 1)

‘Forever chemical’ claims have exploded in recent years, with plaintiffs alleging hundreds of millions and even billions of dollars in damages.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

FBI, DOJ bust up global malware network used for ransomware, other digital crimes

Qakbot malware has infected more than 700,000 computers globally and is associated with nearly $60 million in fees generated by ransomware.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

FBI, DOJ bust up global malware network that has run since 2008

Qakbot malware has infected more than 700,000 computers globally and is associated with nearly $60 million in fees generated by ransomware.

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

'I'm not so sure': Judge Ho splits with majority over $1.4M strip club feud

Fifth Circuit Judge James Ho asked whether to apply the coverage provision or enforce the exclusion since both provisions together are incompatible.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Top 10 U.S. college insurance and risk management programs

For most aspiring insurance professionals, their journey into the industry begins with college, but not all insurance and risk management programs in the United States are created equal.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Is emotional distress covered as a bodily injury in an insurance policy?

Review how Pennsylvania courts have ruled on the question in three auto claims cases.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Can better resource management help P&C out of its slump?

It may be tempting for P&C insurers to react to underwriting losses by reducing labor costs, but this approach is flawed.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Highlights from the 2023 Workers' Compensation Educational Conference

Education, recognition, reconnecting and giving back were just some of the hallmarks of this year’s conference.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

Organizations grow budgets to meet rising cyber premiums

More than three-quarters of organizations say cyber insurance is a required by their board of directors or executive teams.

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

7 ways to prevent claims leakage

The insurance industry loses $30 billion annually to overpayment and expenses from claims.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Who's using what in P&C insurance: August 28, 2023

Insurance technology news from Gradient AI, INSTANDA, Origami Risk and more.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Insurance prices per apartment unit rise 33% YoY

Marcus & Millichap report the latest dramatic spikes as providers pull out of key markets.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Deepfake imposter scams are driving a new wave of fraud

What was once pure science fiction is now fact as criminals are leveraging AI advances to swindle billions of dollars.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Why rideshare drivers need separate auto coverage

Additionally, review the cities that offer rideshare drivers the highest earning power.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

How pixels and biometrics lead to privacy claims

Governments worldwide are taking steps to protect privacy rights, which has led to new exposures for businesses.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Farmers Insurance announces a company-wide reorganization with layoffs

The company is releasing approximately 11% of its workforce across all lines of business.

Posted: Aug 27, 2023

Where is the insurance industry placing its AI bets?

Technologies like machine learning, deep learning and visual intelligence are transforming the insurance experience and utilizing AI in new ways.

Posted: Aug 24, 2023