Risk & Insurance

The Hardening Police Liability Market: Why Labor Shortages, Nuclear Verdicts and Increased Public Sc...

As the market continues to harden, risk management solutions like body cameras and policies regulating excessive force can help lessen the sting. The post

Posted: Jul 26, 2023

Legal Roundup: Disney’s Alleged Wage Disparity, 50 Cent’s Appeal Denial, Twitter’s Latest Breach of...

The latest legal happenings likely to have an impact on the risk management and insurance field today. The post

Posted: Jul 26, 2023

Water Damage Is a Leading Cause of Commercial Real Estate Claims. How Sensor Technologies Help Mitig...

Water damage is a leading cause of commercial real estate claims. Sensors offer a solution. The post

Posted: Jul 26, 2023

9 Factors Affecting Property Insurance in 2023

These nine risks — from the war in Ukraine to the events unfolding in our own backyard — will affect property owners in the coming months. The post

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

Evaluation Opioid Trends

In part 3 of our 2023 drug trends series, we’re evaluating workers’ comp opioid patterns and the strategies being used to continue their decline in use and manage their risks. The post

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

Cyberattacks Can Have a Life-Altering Impact. Here Are a Few Tips for Managing a Large Claim 

Cyberattacks can be just as damaging to a company as natural catastrophes.   The post Cyberat...

Posted: Jul 25, 2023

What Can We Do to Close the Gap Between Outcomes in Comp and Non-comp Injuries?

In my April 4 article, I listed some explanations the Workers’ Compensation Research Institute (WCRI) offered as to why outcomes after work injuries are inferior compared to outcomes for the same types of injuries in the non-comp medical arena. Th...

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Facing the Heat: Wildfires Spark Urgent Air Quality Concerns for Employers and Risk Managers

Although wildfire smoke is clearly a public health risk, its presence doesn’t necessarily pose a workers’ compensation exposure for employers. The post

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

7 Questions for The Hartford’s Mark Azzolino on Global Specialty Digital Solutions

Mark Azzolino discusses the evolution of digital distribution and the importance of harnessing data to help make more efficient underwriting decisions. The post

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Rising Star Sarah Griffith Talks New Challenges and the Power of Communication

A vital part of Griffith’s job as senior vice president and account executive at Marsh is simplifying the complex insurance process and helping clients understand their risks. The post

Posted: Jul 24, 2023

Catastrophic Claims: The 4 C’s of Resilience in the Face of Inclement Weather

EK Health emphasizes thoughtful consideration, effective communication, a commitment to patience and meaningful collaboration to safeguard the most vulnerable during hurricane season. The post

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

The Cyber Insurance Market Is Speeding Ahead. Are We Risking Whiplash?

There are now more than 100 participants writing cyber insurance policies, according to CAC Specialty's Stephanie Snyder Frenier. The post

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

The Insurance Communicators: 7 Questions for Steve Zenofsky of FM Global

As part of an ongoing series, Risk & Insurance talks with public relations and communications professionals about their experience in the insurance industry. The post

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

The Insurance Communicators: 7 Questions for Steve Zenofsky

As part of an ongoing series, Risk & Insurance talks with public relations and communications professionals about their experience in the insurance industry. The post

Posted: Jul 23, 2023

From Builder’s Risk to Environmental Liability, Insurance Is Key to the Future of Brownfield Redevel...

As brownfield redevelopment gains momentum, insurance products are adapting to meet the specific needs and challenges of these endeavors. The post

Posted: Jul 22, 2023

From Linear to Squiggly: How Mentorship Is Supporting Non-Traditional Career Paths in the Insurance...

Here's a look at how one risk and insurance mentorship program is giving the next generation of professionals a leg up on starting their exciting career journeys. The post

Posted: Jul 22, 2023

Legal Roundup: ‘Forever Chemicals’ Case Reaches a Hefty Settlement and More

The latest legal filings likely to impact the insurance and risk management industry today.  The post Legal Roun...

Posted: Jul 21, 2023

Shifting Gears on Mental Health: How Insurance Is Taking a Stance on Protecting Society

Mental health-related issues affect more than 50 million Americans. The insurance industry has a chance to step up and make a difference for society. The post

Posted: Jul 21, 2023

A Different Trajectory: Gen Z’s Wish List for a Career in Risk Management

Gen Z professionals are hungry for opportunity and are excited about the stability and chances for growth that surround risk management careers. The post

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

An $8 Billion Dollar Market by 2027? Safety Wearables and the ROI Necessary for Their Ascent

Wearable technology holds undeniable promise for injury prevention, but is the hype outpacing the evidence?  The post

Posted: Jul 20, 2023

How the Vermont Captive Insurance Emerging Leaders Program Is Attracting New Talent to the Industry

The initiative will offer networking opportunities and work with academic institutions in Vermont to bring more talent into the captive insurance space. The post

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

Protected: Project Delays Happen — Is Your Insurance Keeping Up? What the Construction Industry Need...

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Posted: Jul 19, 2023

Rising Star Ed Cooney Reveals the Intricate World of Cyber in the Public Sector Space

Ed Cooney fell into insurance, as so many in the space do. Since then, he’s carved out his niche in cyber planning for public entities. The post

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

From Liability to Oblivion: The Underinsurance Crisis in the Food Industry

Food and drink recall and contamination can be detrimental to a business that does not have adequate coverage to handle this costly risk. The post

Posted: Jul 19, 2023

Getting Your Property Valuations Spot-on Is More Critical Than Ever. Just Ask Your Reinsurer

The gap between how much it costs to rebuild and valuations is menacing commercial real estate. Here’s a look into how brokers and carriers help clients get it right. The post

Posted: Jul 19, 2023