Risk & Insurance

Thomas Lillelund to Join Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE as CEO

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Posted: Sep 27, 2024

Duncan Ellis Returns to Marsh as Leader of U.S. and Canada Real Estate & Hospitality Practice

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Duncan Ellis Returns to Marsh as Leader of U.S. and Ca...

Posted: Sep 27, 2024

Arooran Sivasubramaniam Appointed as Head of Zurich Resilience Solutions at Zurich North America

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Arooran Sivasubramaniam Appointed as Head of Zur...

Posted: Sep 27, 2024

Michael F. Albian Appointed as President of Ryan Alternative Risk at Ryan Specialty

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Michael F. Albian Appointed as President of Ryan Alternative R...

Posted: Sep 27, 2024

Small Businesses Targeted By Surge in AI-Powered Scams

Generative AI scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, leaving small businesses vulnerable to financial and reputational damage, a Nationwide survey finds. The post

Posted: Sep 26, 2024

P&C Insurers Report Strong Returns, Cautious Optimism for Q2 2024

Despite potential headwinds, more stable rates and competition keep pricing favorable for commercial insurance buyers, Lockton reports. The post

Posted: Sep 25, 2024

A Fresh Perspective: How the New CEO Is Finding Growth Opportunities in Tech, Talent and More

Matt Wolfe joined the Optum Workers’ Comp and Auto No-Fault team in July and already sees the groundwork laid for a great path ahead. The post

Posted: Sep 24, 2024

Cyber Threats Top Business Risk Concern in 2024

Cyber threats top the list of business concerns for a fourth time in the 2024 Travelers Risk Index, as a record 62% of U.S. companies cited worries about cyber risks. The post

Posted: Sep 24, 2024

Company Information on Dark Web Correlates to Higher Cybersecurity Threat: Study

Compromised user data, market listings, and outgoing traffic on the dark web significantly increase an organization's risk of cyberattacks, Marsh report shows. The post

Posted: Sep 23, 2024

To Reduce Litigation in Workers’ Comp, Start with the Injured Worker Experience

Litigated workers’ comp claims are shown to be far more expensive than those that are not litigated. What determines which path a injured worker will follow may be surprisingly simple. The post

Posted: Sep 23, 2024

Workers’ Comp Outperforms All P&C Lines in 2023: AM Best

Sustained profitability and declining claims frequency drive workers' comp outperformance, boosting the overall P&C insurance industry, according to a new report from AM Best. The post

Posted: Sep 20, 2024

Are You Embracing These 4 Core Competencies in WC?

With a plethora of technology and innovation on the horizon for workers’ compensation, it’s important to pause and review the core competencies that built this industry and how good data can be used to enhance each. The post

Posted: Sep 19, 2024

On-Demand Webinar — Adapting to New Regulations: TCPA and DNC Compliance Risk Strategies for 2025

The time is now. Learn how to start preparing for your 2025 TCPA and DNC compliance strategy. The post On...

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

How Energy Companies Are Working to Mitigate Wildfire Risks

Better models, increased risk mitigation and robust carrier partnerships can help energy companies struggling to manage wildfire exposures. The post

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

The Buckeye State’s Insurance Talent Recruitment Approach

The synchronicity and success of the State of Ohio’s efforts to recruit and educate new risk management and insurance talent is worth emulating. The post

Posted: Sep 18, 2024

The Key Role of a Workers’ Comp Case Manager

Close attention through the claim life cycle ensures the best claimant outcomes. The post The Key Role of a Workers’ Comp Case Manager appeare...

Posted: Sep 17, 2024

U.S. P&C Insurers Post Significant Underwriting Gain in H1 2024

Rebounding from a $24 billion loss, the U.S. property & casualty insurance industry posted a $3.8 billion net underwriting gain in H1 2024. The post

Posted: Sep 17, 2024

Financial Services Sector Faces Heightened Cyber Threats

Sophisticated threat actors are increasingly targeting the financial services industry with ransomware attacks and data extortion tactics, despite heightened security investments. The post

Posted: Sep 16, 2024

Workers’ Comp Profits May Decline, Fitch Reports

Fitch Ratings report suggests workers' comp insurance may see declining reserve strength after nine years of underwriting profits. The post Workers&#8217...

Posted: Sep 16, 2024

The Emerging Focus on Outcomes in Workers’ Comp

How do you know if the doctor you are seeing (or are planning to see) is any good? Maybe you got a referral. Maybe you have “heard good things.” Maybe you have read some reviews online on Healthgrades or Google or Yelp. But what do we really learn...

Posted: Sep 16, 2024

Predict & Prevent® Podcast Episode 14: Nationwide’s Code for Success: Building a Disaster-Resistant...

Berven says Nationwide takes long-term view on improving property resilience, preventing losses. The post

Posted: Sep 16, 2024

Perspective | How Britain’s Hidden Insurance Tax Punishes Prudent Citizens

Insurance taxes in the UK punish those who try to protect themselves from disaster. The post Perspective | How Britain’s Hidden Insurance Tax Punishes Prudent Citizens...

Posted: Sep 14, 2024

Outdated Tech Edges Cyber Risk as a Business Concern

Outdated tech and AI innovations pose increasing risks for global businesses, while cyber concerns decline despite evolving threats, a Beazley report finds. The post

Posted: Sep 13, 2024

Todd Cormier Joins Alliant Insurance Services as Senior Vice President

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Posted: Sep 13, 2024

Chris Mast Joins Alliant Insurance Services as Senior Vice President in Employee Benefits Group

The latest people news in the industry today. The post Chris Mast Joins Alliant Insurance Services as Se...

Posted: Sep 13, 2024