NU Property & Casualty 360

More than one-third of policyholders are considering a new insurance carrier

Compared with 2021, 4% fewer consumers would say something positive about their current insurance provider.

Posted: Aug 07, 2023

Time-tested fundamental skills of leadership: A Q&A with Keith Giarman

"Not only do today’s leaders need to be agile and innovative, they must be authentic, caring and empathetic," says Keith Giarman.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

Keys to preventing school violence

There are a number of strategies that can be employed to keep students safe and help mitigate violence at school.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

Who's using what in P&C insurance: August 7, 2023

Insurance technology news from Annex Risk, Planet Home, Gryphon.ai and more.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

These states saw the most street racing activity this past year

Getting a ticket for street racing can cause auto insurance premiums to increase by as much as 73%.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

Premiums are up, but at what cost?

Insurance is stocked with smart, caring individuals who must forge a fresh path without zapping policyholder financial security.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

Does travel insurance cover extreme heat?

Standard travel insurance policies typically are priced at 5% to 10% of your total trip cost.

Posted: Aug 06, 2023

Looking beyond labels: Prioritizing policy language over terminology

Insurance policies, as contractual agreements, necessitate careful attention to the specific language of each provision.

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

People on the move in the P&C insurance industry: August 4, 2023

The latest insurance industry personnel news from Ryan Specialty Holdings, Tinubu, Newfront and more.

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

Duty to defend versus indemnify is distinct, says U.S. Fifth Circuit

The Fifth Circuit reversed and remanded on the duty to indemnify because the ruling of the district court was premature.

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

Premiums, loss ratios both swelled in 2022

Experts analyze the year’s top 100 insurance groups and companies along with top carriers in key lines of business.

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

Deciphering the designation: CPCU

What is the CPCU designation, who is it for and why does it matter for your career?

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

Motorcycle thefts up for third consecutive year in 2022, NICB says

Motorcycle thefts were up 7%, according to the NICB, which breaks down the most commonly stolen bike brands.

Posted: Aug 03, 2023

Flashpoint: The California insurance marketplace's current crisis

Increased wildfire risks, economics and an inability to increase coverage rates as needed are leaving California homeowners exposed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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