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Around the P&C insurance industry: August 23, 2023

Insurance industry news from NFP, New Hampshire Insurance Department, Liberty Company Insurance Brokers and more.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

Changing perceptions: A four-pronged approach to worker risk

Part 3 of 3: Fairfax County risk managers achieved award-winning workers’ comp outcomes by fine-tuning listening skills.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

FTC & DOJ propose major overhaul of merger guidelines

The proposed guidelines reflect the larger trend of increased antitrust scrutiny under the Biden Administration.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

Protecting boats in extreme weather

Todd Shasha, assistant VP of personal insurance at Travelers, explains how boat owners can safeguard their vessels from increasingly catastrophic weather events.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

Tips for avoiding shady contractors following a wildfire & other disasters

The NICB reports that as much as $10 billion in disaster insurance payments was lost to contractor fraud in 2022.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

Insurance concerns arise from Hilary’s wind, water and mud damage

The tropical storm was the first to reach Southern California in more than 80 years.

Posted: Aug 22, 2023

23 people charged after authorities bust auto insurance fraud ring

The group of fraudsters, comprised of family and friends, filed at least 33 fraudulent auto insurance claims.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

EEOC settles first AI-bias case, but many more are likely

Employment attorneys caution that companies will be on the hook if a vendor's hiring software turns out to perpetuate bias.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

Agents: Avoid these common social media missteps

The increasing number of social media users puts the pressure on agents to carefully cultivate their digital content.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

The City of Beverly Hills takes a mindful approach to risk management

Part 2 of 3: This 2023 Workers Comp Risk Management Award winner underscores the impact of proactive mental health care.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

Private carriers make headway in growing flood insurance market

More than 32% of the flood market is written by 77 private companies, Triple-I reports.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

UPDATE: Marsh to buy Australian broker Honan

The deal is expected to close later this year, according to Marsh.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

The top U.S. commercial line insurers, according to S&P Global

Specialty insurers loom large on the list, driven by capacity demands for property coverage.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

How American Airlines prioritizes employee wellness

Part 1 of 3: This airline is one of three winners of 2023 Workers' Comp Risk Management Award for Excellence.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

The top 10 U.S. commercial line insurers, according to S&P Global

Specialty insurers loom large on the list, driven by capacity demands for property coverage.

Posted: Aug 21, 2023

Trends in workers' compensation: How safe is your hybrid workforce?

There are safety risks for businesses associated with remote workers, like cybersecurity issues, non-ergonomically friendly workspaces, mental health concerns and more.

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

Court: 'Creative policy drafting' won't allow insurers to evade Arizona insurance law

The Arizona Supreme Court held that state law mandates that a single auto insurance policy that insures multiple vehicles provides different uninsured motorist coverages for each vehicle.

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

Who's using what in P&C insurance: August 21, 2023

Insurance technology news from Insurity, One Concern, Cover Whale Insurance Solutions and more.

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

Marsh in talks to buy Australian broker Honan

The deal, valued at $448 million, could still fall apart despite being near the final stage.

Posted: Aug 20, 2023

Making a difference: August 18, 2023

Philanthropic insurance news from the IICF and more.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

Why active assailant indemnity coverage is a must

While active shooter events can occur in any jurisdiction, they are more prevalent at certain times of the year.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

Holding water (part 4): Cases involving backup & overflow

This article, the last in the series water losses, looks at how courts have determined coverage for various water-related claims.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

What does 'actual cash value' mean in an insurance policy?

Review why ACV is critical for insurance and how it differs from replacement value.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: August 18, 2023

The latest insurance industry personnel news from Newfront, Gallagher Re, BrokerTech Ventures and more.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023

Automation and AI drive better, more empathetic experiences

While it might sound counterintuitive, technology can actually help insurance organizations foster a culture of empathy.

Posted: Aug 17, 2023