NU Property & Casualty 360

Recognizing signs of unhappiness and empowering a joyful workplace

A joyful, engaged workforce is the cornerstone of a successful, vibrant company.

Posted: Aug 02, 2023

Texting isn't the only thing distracting American drivers

Most of the activities that drivers claim affect their focus aren’t technology-related at all.

Posted: Aug 02, 2023

Major cyber incidents can decrease shareholder value 9%

Ransomware claims increased 38% between Q4 2022-Q1 2023, according to Aon.

Posted: Aug 02, 2023

Miami contractor arrested for workers' comp fraud, faces up to 180 years

By underreporting payroll, the construction business shortchanged its workers’ comp carrier by more than $790K in premium payments.

Posted: Aug 02, 2023

The syrup: How to keep going when you're running on empty

Insurance agents can't bury their heads in the sand when they get stressed or burnt out. Here are a few tips to manage through stressful periods.

Posted: Aug 02, 2023

Around the P&C insurance industry: August 2, 2023

Insurance industry news from Marsh McLennan, Bridge Specialty Group, Converge Insurance and more.

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

7 digital marketing strategies for agents and brokers

Here are seven strategies to help your agency or brokerage create a marketing plan suited for our increasingly cyber world.

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

Has the flood insurance headache been solved?

While tech has revolutionized flood insurance, insurers must continue to develop better risk-mitigation and coverage solutions.

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

Insurance coverage Q&A: The wind, a tree and efficient proximate cause

When wind causes a tree to fall, is resultant water damage covered as a result of the wind damage?

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

Stay awake: Understanding the relationship between sleep disorders and shift work

Independent risk manager Jeff Marshall details an emerging risk for occupations involving changing shifts: Shift work sleep disorder and its impact on brain function.

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

How job & wage growth is affecting workers' comp

Job growth remains above pre-pandemic averages and wage growth remains strong, but is a recession looming?

Posted: Aug 01, 2023

Exploring the impact of legalized cannabis on P&C insurance

The increased legalization of cannabis and the introduction of new products is creating a number of new risks for insurers covering these businesses.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Florida insurance lawyers turn to corporate clients as ordinary cases face extinction

”The people who need help the most that are going to be the most hurt,” said Miami litigator Oliver Birman, describing the consequences of a tort reform measure enacted in March.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Texas welcomes the most disaster-displaced Americans

While hurricane displacements are more common, relocations due to damage from wildfires tends to be more permanent.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Most common wedding claims of 2022

Fortunately, many event snafus are covered by wedding insurance.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Around a quarter of Florida homeowners favor staying put during hurricanes

More than 60% of homeowners in the state skip flood insurance, according to AAA.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

How insurance could respond to Hell's Kitchen crane fire and collapse

Discover what perfect coverage looks like for these types of operations.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

UPC exiting home, condo and renters markets in Hawaii

The market withdrawal will take 13 months to play out, according to the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.

Posted: Jul 31, 2023

Insurers are struggling with API security, report finds

Nearly 80% of CISO said API security is a higher priority today than it was two years ago.

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Exploring the buzz around generative AI for insurers

A look at the potential impact of generative AI on the P&C insurance industry.

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Travelers Insurance Co. wants no part of this murder-conspiracy claim

David Schlachet faces a lawsuit over the death of his wife, Lara Nadia Anike Prychodko.

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Who's using what in P&C insurance: July 31, 2023

Insurance technology news from Amazon Web Services, Betterview, MLC Agency and more.

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

Ocean temps reach 90 degrees, adding fuel to weather disasters

Global ocean surface temperatures in June were the highest in 174 years of data, reaching triple digits in some areas.

Posted: Jul 30, 2023

The monster under the bed: Sleep deprivation's long-term risks

Shift work sleep disorders are a very real risk for employees and their companies, and can affect thought processes and decision-making.

Posted: Jul 27, 2023

Personal auto rates up 17% in first half, with more growth in store

Rates are up double digits across the nation. These states saw the biggest increases, according to Insurify.

Posted: Jul 27, 2023