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The path to better understanding of idiopathic work injuries

An idiopathic injury occurs when either the cause of an accident is unknown or when it is due to a personal condition of the employee with no relationship to a workplace risk or hazard. For an injury to be compensable under O.C.G.A. § 34-9-1(4), it m...

Posted: May 07, 2023

5 ways insurance is working to de-risk extreme heat

From milk production coverage to income protection policies, insurers worldwide are taking novel approaches to lessen the blow from heat waves.

Posted: May 07, 2023

Expert tips for hiring a contractor after a disaster

Insurance leaders often advise policyholders to beware of anyone who shows up unannounced right after a storm.

Posted: May 05, 2023

Preparing for the future world of risk

From highlighting what today’s employees want to the role of geopolitical risks, RiskWorld’s keynoters addressed multiple factors affecting the insurance industry.

Posted: May 04, 2023

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: May 5, 2023

The latest insurance industry personnel news from Chubb, Mallory Agency, XPT Specialty and more.

Posted: May 04, 2023

Houston law firm hit with $2M fine for insurance fraud

Louisiana Department of Insurance reported that the firm and its partners engaged in insurance fraud involving at least 850 policyholders.

Posted: May 04, 2023

Authentication: Digital insurance's new competitive differentiator

Multi-factor and biometric authentication are new options in the cybersecurity landscape.

Posted: May 04, 2023

New employees, aging workforce driving workers’ comp claims

Regardless of age or industry experience, employees in their first year on a job accounted for 34% of all claims.

Posted: May 04, 2023

The limits of 'self-driving' vehicles

As vehicles become more autonomous, determining liability in a crash will change and affect how coverage is applied.

Posted: May 03, 2023

Amputee's workers comp benefits pulled for failure to quit smoking

An appeal is underway in a case involving a woman who had her workers' compensation benefits pulled for failing to stop smoking while undergoing medical treatments.

Posted: May 03, 2023

Now is the time for policyholders to prepare for hurricane season

Making matters worse, home replacement costs have escalated more than 55% since 2019, according to Triple-I.

Posted: May 03, 2023

5 positive developments in the insurance industry

Evolving for the better: Agents and brokers should be well-versed in these issues to anticipate the industry's future.

Posted: May 03, 2023

Bring your premium collection process into the modern era

When you provide a digital payment option, you make your life easier, and you make your customers happier.

Posted: May 03, 2023

6 tips for preparing to face a wildfire

Ready.gov recommends residents in areas at risk of wildfires take these precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Posted: May 03, 2023

Predictive analytics can dramatically improve retention, prime growth

Guidewire details how to better modern data and technologies to improve retention and uncover opportunities.

Posted: May 02, 2023

Examining complexity in automotive liability

Accident claims between passenger vehicles and a large truck, commercial vehicle or tractor- trailer can result in critical injuries and damage to vehicles, and can be incredibly complex to resolve.

Posted: May 02, 2023

6 Tips for preparing to face a wildfire

Ready.gov recommends residents in areas at risk of wildfires take these precautions to protect themselves and their property.

Posted: May 02, 2023

Around the P&C insurance industry: May 3, 2023

Insurance industry news from SafePort Insurance Company, Sedgwick, ICEYE and more.

Posted: May 02, 2023

How does your insurance workplace stand up to the best?

Many insurance operations are instituting employee policies that reflect the changing nature of modern workplaces.

Posted: May 02, 2023

Travelers faces class action after court strikes PIP co-pays, deductions

A NJ court previously ruled purchasers of PIP coverage are entitled to reimbursement for the entire policy amount, without reduction of a deductible or co-payment.

Posted: May 02, 2023

Insurers: The missing link in workplace violence prevention?

Workplace Violence Prevention Institute Founder Kathleen Bonczyk talks about how insurers can help curb violence.

Posted: May 02, 2023

4 ways cybercrime is evolving as risks increase

The threat landscape continues to change as bad actors refine their cybercrime tactics and expand their attack options.

Posted: May 01, 2023

Auto customers shopping for policies ‘like they shop for gas’

The latest report from J.D. Power shows auto insurance shopping is up YoY – driven by increasing premiums.

Posted: May 01, 2023

NAIC: Top 25 P&C insurers of 2022

Direct premiums written in 2022 were up nearly $80 billion from the previous year, according to the NAIC.

Posted: May 01, 2023

Rising oil prices complicate Russian price cap checks for insurers

Russian oil has been trading above $60 a barrel in Asia for much of this year, raising the prospect of violations for insurers in G-7 nations.

Posted: May 01, 2023