Risk & Insurance

Rising Star Vara Pikor Cybart Shares How She Adjusts to Real Time Changes in the M&A Space

CAC Specialty's Vara Pikor Cybart discusses the changes she's seeing in the M&A space and how she adapts in real time. The post

Posted: Mar 27, 2023

Workers’ Comp Power Broker Brooke Schmidt on Lifelong Learning, Adapting to Change and More

The Aon broker talks about technology’s impact on worker ergonomics, the pandemic’s long-term effects and other trends to watch in the workers’ compensation space. The post

Posted: Mar 27, 2023

4 Onsite Models That Can Improve Workforce Health and Positively Impact Productivity

Onsite clinics can help reduce medical costs and increase employee health and productivity. The post

Posted: Mar 26, 2023

Liability Insurance to Deter Police Misconduct: Bad Idea or Panacea?

HB 1808 would require Texas police officers to hold their own professional liability insurance coverage in the event of misconduct claims, but not all are keen on the idea. The post

Posted: Mar 26, 2023

School Roof Collapse Restoration Will Not Be Covered by Insurance Policy, Court Decides

This insurer is off the hook for $19 million for the renovation and restoration of a deteriorating school building on its policy.  The post

Posted: Mar 25, 2023

Protected: Searching For a Surety Partner? Look For Someone Invested in Stability for the Years to C...

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Posted: Mar 24, 2023

A Disability Case Manager’s Tale. COVID, Case Management and Cancer

COVID-positive workers' comp claims can get complicated with undetected underlying conditions, but having a knowledgeable case manager can make all the difference. The post

Posted: Mar 24, 2023

A Disability Case Manager’s Tale: COVID, Case Management and Cancer

COVID-positive workers' comp claims can get complicated with undetected underlying conditions, but having a knowledgeable case manager can make all the difference. The post

Posted: Mar 24, 2023

Risk & Insurance’s Broker Survey Results Are In. Two Industry Veterans Give Its Surprising Results S...

When asked about their ability to recruit and retain talent, 59.6% of respondents said that they were “very confident” or “somewhat confident” that their firm would succeed. The post

Posted: Mar 24, 2023

Protected: Sunday, Bloody Sunday

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Posted: Mar 23, 2023

Protected: A Market in Transition: How to Manage Coverage Disparities as Carrier Appetites Curb

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Posted: Mar 22, 2023

Protected: Why Insureds Seeking Life Sciences Coverage Can Benefit From Elevating Company Best Pract...

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Posted: Mar 22, 2023

Mandatory COVID Vaccine for Workers Brings United Airlines to Court

Unvaccinated workers placed on furlough or laid off joined together in a class action against United Airlines after its mandatory vaccine mandate. The post

Posted: Mar 22, 2023

Legal Roundup: Spirit/JetBlue Merger Challenged, Ivy League Sued for Athlete Price-Fixing and More

The U.S. Department of Justice has sued to block the airline merger, which it characterized as “presumptively illegal.” The post Legal Roundup: Spiri...

Posted: Mar 22, 2023

5 Factors Stoking the Fires of Global Unrest, According to a Recent Report by Allianz

The Allianz Risk Barometer 2023 reveals growing civil unrest as a top concern. Here are the top things for risk and insurance professionals to consider. The post

Posted: Mar 22, 2023

Putting It All on the Line – The Effects of Managed Care on Reputational Risk

One bad claim can negatively impact a company's reputation. The post Putting It All on the Line &#8...

Posted: Mar 21, 2023

IMCA 2023 IGNITE

Join Us At IMCA Ignite 2023, June 19-21! The post IMCA 2023 IGNITE appeared first on Risk & Insurance....

Posted: Mar 21, 2023

As the CDC Relaxes Its Opioid Guidance, Workers’ Comp Experts Are Keeping an Eye Out for Red Flags

After years of tightening limits, new federal guidelines are giving doctors greater leeway in prescribing opioids. Workers’ comp experts dive in to see how this could impact the industry. The post

Posted: Mar 20, 2023

Legal Roundup: Stolen Car Suit Extends to Manufacturers, TD Bank Settles Ponzi Scheme and More

After a driver's Kia was stolen in 2019, he filed suit against Kia and Hyundai claiming the vehicles lack critical security features. The post

Posted: Mar 20, 2023

Upgrading Insurers’ Legacy Systems Needn’t Be a Nightmare. These Slight Shifts in Perspective Can He...

Replacing outdated insurance software systems is a major undertaking, but with the right incremental approach, the return on investment can become apparent immediately. The post

Posted: Mar 19, 2023

6 Questions for Origami Risk’s Chris Bennett on Risk Management Tech Advancements

Chris Bennett, president of Core Solutions, Origami Risk, examines the key challenges involved in overhauling legacy systems and implementing new ones, as well as how to keep up with the latest advances. The post

Posted: Mar 18, 2023

Is A&H Coverage Worth the Spend for Higher Ed? The Answer Is a Resounding ‘Yes’ and Here’s Why

Accident and health insurance is considered a bespoke product that is optional for colleges. But given its far-reaching benefits, overlooking A&H could be a detriment to collegiate institutions. The post

Posted: Mar 17, 2023

Jelani Fenton Shares How He’s Building the Insurance Talent Pipeline with On-the-Job Training

Jelani Fenton, founder of job placement and career development provider Safari, shares his thoughts on what it will take to cultivate the next generation of insurance talent. The post

Posted: Mar 17, 2023

Rising Star Jennifer Drake on How She Thrives in Finding Reps and Warranties Solutions for Clients

“We’ve seen more than 800 claims reported in North America since we started tracking them, and more than $820 million paid out so far. So it’s definitely a busy space.” The post

Posted: Mar 16, 2023

Three Keys to Managing Psychosocial Barriers to Recovery

Pushing past psychosocial barriers to injury recovery often takes a more strategic approach to communication with all stakeholders. Understand how effective communication, early identification, and a multi-disciplinary approach are crucial for man...

Posted: Mar 15, 2023