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NFIP paid out nearly $4B in Hurricane Ian flood claims

The average payment for a Hurricane Ian-related claim was more than $104,000, according to FEMA.

Posted: May 08, 2023

Why insurance organizations must brand from the inside out

Here are five foundational steps that insurance firms should embrace in order to win at branding.

Posted: May 08, 2023

Insurtech funding bounces back in Q1 2023

Gallagher Re reports that P&C insurtech funding drove the quarterly investment increase, as it surged by more than 53%.

Posted: May 08, 2023

Who's using what in P&C insurance: May 8, 2023

Insurance technology news from Openly, Carpe Data, Sunlight Solution and more.

Posted: May 07, 2023

The largest home insurance companies of 2022

Home insurance rates in the U.S. are expected to see an average increase of 9% this year.

Posted: May 07, 2023

Honoring innovative insurance technology in 2023

Technology has become mission-critical in the P&C insurance sector. But which tools rise above the rest?

Posted: May 07, 2023

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