Risk & Insurance

Unseen Scars: The Impact of Mental Health on Injured Workers’ Recovery

Engaging with behavioral health factors that can delay recovery early on can be a boon for injured workers and their employers alike. The post

Posted: May 17, 2024

NFP’s Cran Fraser on the Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Canal Troubles, and the Supply Chain “Butterfly”...

The Suez Canal incident is having a significant inflationary impact, particularly in East Asia. Some estimates suggest that the blockage is decreasing East Asian GDPs by 3 to 5% due to disruptions in the movement of goods. The post

Posted: May 16, 2024

NFP’s Cran Fraser on the Baltimore Bridge Collapse, Canal Troubles, and the Supply Chain ‘Butterfly’...

The Suez Canal incident is having a significant inflationary impact, particularly in East Asia. Some estimates suggest that the blockage is decreasing East Asian GDPs by 3 to 5% due to disruptions in the movement of goods. The post

Posted: May 16, 2024

Top Commercial Construction Risks and Challenges for 2024

QBE survey reveals cybersecurity threats, financial challenges, and labor shortages as the industry's top concerns The post Top...

Posted: May 16, 2024

Why Vermont Captives Are a Natural Fit for Weathering Property Insurance Storms

For companies facing expensive and hard-to-insure property perils, captives offer flexibility and price stability. The post

Posted: May 16, 2024

Public Sector Workers Deserve Better Protection. Here’s How Insurers Can Help

An increasingly hostile society necessitates a more alert approach to public sector risk management. The post

Posted: May 16, 2024

How a Comprehensive Therapy Program Positively Impacts Injured Worker Recovery and Reduces Claim Cos...

Prompt, comprehensive physical therapy is shown to drive down costs and help injured workers get back on the job. Recovery+ enhances in-person therapy with a biopsychosocial model designed to help do just that. The post

Posted: May 15, 2024

Workers’ Comp Insurance Marks a Decade of Profitability in 2023

NCCI analysis of 2023 results finds private workers' comp carriers see continued profitability despite low premium growth. The post

Posted: May 15, 2024

From Regulation to Risk Management: Captives Thrive with the Right Team in Place

Captives require the cooperation of a number of different individuals in order to succeed. The post From...

Posted: May 15, 2024

Four Ethical Pillars for Responsible Data Management in Insurance

With so much data available to insurers, collecting and using it responsibly is an ever more daunting task. The post Four...

Posted: May 15, 2024

Medical Staffing Shortages Will Likely Get Worse Before They Improve—Here’s How to Help

A combination of factors, from COVID-related burnout to early retirements, are contributing to today’s medical staffing shortages. The post

Posted: May 14, 2024

Medical Staffing Shortages Will Likely Get Worse Before They Improve — Here’s How to Help

A combination of factors, from COVID-related burnout to early retirements, are contributing to today’s medical staffing shortages. The post

Posted: May 14, 2024

Climate Litigation Cases Have Quadrupled Over Past Decade

Climate litigation is on the rise globally, with oil and gas companies as primary targets, potentially influencing future insurance policies: S&P The post

Posted: May 14, 2024

Vermont Is Building the Next Generation of Captive Insurance Leaders. Here’s How

A new networking and professional development group is funneling young people into the captive industry. Let’s take a look at their first year. The post

Posted: May 14, 2024

The Future of Claims Adjusting in the Age of AI

The flood of data to interpret — from predictive analytics and the ongoing complexity of insurance policies — leaves adjusters with plenty of work to do. The question is how to best support them. The post

Posted: May 14, 2024

4 Emerging Property Loss Trends and the Underwriting Best Practices Businesses Should Expect from Th...

As premiums in commercial property continue to rise, understanding the loss trends and having the right partners in place are a necessity. The post

Posted: May 13, 2024

‘Nuclear Verdicts’ Reach Record $14.5B in 2023

Marathon Strategies' analysis details the increase in nuclear verdicts in 2023 and delves into factors driving these multi-million dollar jury awards. The post

Posted: May 13, 2024

How Carris Reels Turned Its Home-State Captive Insurance Dream Into Reality

Employee-owned manufacturer Carris Reels found a place to form its captive in its home state of Vermont — making it a rare gem for the domicile. The post

Posted: May 13, 2024

Meet the Rising Stars of 2024: Creative, Adaptable, and Ready for Change

The 2024 Class of Rising Stars is here, and its graduating members are showing what it means to be a Power Broker during times of change and unpredictability. The post

Posted: May 13, 2024

Empowering Program Administrators: Filling an Education Need for These Insurance Professionals

PAs often fill niche and specialized roles in insurance. For the professionals looking to stand out, continuing education can be a boon to their careers. The post

Posted: May 13, 2024

News + Notes: NAIC Issues National Call for Data, TPLF Sees Dip in 2023, New Ban on Asbestos Finaliz...

The NAIC’s national call for policy and claim is intended to help regulators address a growing crisis in property insurance, but some states are opting out of full participation in an effort to attract new capacity. The post

Posted: May 12, 2024

Rising Star and Avid Outdoorsman Mike Summers Is Blazing a Trail in Private Client Property Coverage

Here's our conversation with 2023 Private Client Power Broker Mike Summers, who was recently hired as strategic account executive with HUBPrivate Client group. The post

Posted: May 11, 2024

COVID-19 Can Be Occupational Disease Under Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act: Court

Colorado ruling establishes that COVID-19 can be considered an occupational disease under certain circumstances The post

Posted: May 10, 2024

Neal Rubin Named as Senior Vice President, Benefits for The Liberty Company Insurance Brokers

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Neal Rubin Named as Senior Vice Presi...

Posted: May 09, 2024

Erin Osborne Appointed as Head of U.S. Excess Casualty at Ascot Group

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Erin Osborne Appointed as Head of U.S. Excess Casualty at Asc...

Posted: May 09, 2024