Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Nuclear verdicts in the United States are breaking records with 27 court cases each awarding compensation of more than US$100 million during 2023, according to Swiss Re executives.
Redbird Agents
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
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Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Lawsuits are starting to be filed on a more regular basis regarding State Farm’s alleged wrongful use of Xactimate to underpay claims based on “new construction” settings. A judge in a Mississippi case 1 recently ordered the parties to appraisal, noting: The lawsuit concerns only property insurance coverage for buildings, referenced as the ‘A1 coverage,’ … The post Are Insurers Using “New Construction” Xactimate Settings Wrongfully Underpaying Claims?
Central Insurance
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Here's how to address hail damage on the roof of your home or business. The post Addressing Hail Damage: What You Need to Know appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
A Florida home inspector allegedly used the same stock photographs in more than 200 home and wind-mitigation inspections, costing Citizens Property Insurance Corp. more than $88,000, the state Department of Financial Services said after the man was arrested.
Redbird Agents
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Redbird Training - We offer live Redbird training classes for Producers every Tuesday and Thursday. Selling your Medicare book of business is a major decision that can offer significant financial rewards, but only if you’ve properly prepared for the sale, and don’t worry, most agency owners aren’t. Whether you’re aiming for a high valuation or seeking the right buyer, setting your business up for success before going to market is essential.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Many property adjusters and policyholders often think of business income and interruption claims as being solely an accounting function. This is not true because there must be a determination of the “period of restoration.” A question sometimes arises whether the “period of restoration” is a coverage question reserved for courts or an issue that an … The post Can an Appraisal Panel Determine the Period of Restoration for a Business Interruption Dispute?
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Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Lehigh Valley Health Network has agreed to a $65 million settlement of a class action with patients and employees affected by a 2023 ransomware attack that exposed personal and medical information including nude photos of patients.
Redbird Agents
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Redbird Training - We offer live Redbird training classes for Producers every Tuesday and Thursday. Insurance marketing is the driving force behind the growth of any successful insurance agency. Whether you’re an established agency owner or just starting, having a strong marketing strategy is essential to attract new clients, retain existing customers, and scale your insurance business.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Losses from recent wildfires in California have led many insurance carriers to scale back, and some have completely ceased writing insurance in several California regions. For homeowners who have found themselves unable to find another company that will insure their property, the California FAIR Plan remains the only option. So what is it? And how … The post What Is the California FAIR Plan?
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Allseas pipelay barge goes aground off Mexico appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Warm water in the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico can fuel powerful hurricanes, but how destructive a storm becomes isn’t just about the climate and weather – it also depends on the people and property in harm’s way.
Redbird Agents
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Redbird Training - We offer live Redbird training classes for Producers every Tuesday and Thursday. A well-crafted fact finder is one of the most powerful tools an insurance agent can use to build relationships, close sales, and set the stage for future sales opportunities. It not only helps agents understand their clients’ immediate needs but also provides valuable information that can be used in the future to re-engage clients, adjust policies, and offer additional services.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
William Rabb of the Insurance Journal wrote an article, Study Stirs Debate on Real Impact of Litigation, Fraud on Property Insurance. He noted a post on this blog, Insurance Fraud Cost Statistics Are a Fraud, and stated the following: An academic paper published in the Journal of Insurance Regulation seems to have rekindled the debate over how much … The post Insurance Journal Picks Up on Academic Article Exposing Fraudulent Statistics by Insurance Industry appeared first on Property Insur
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post US Gulf energy output impacted, ports in Louisiana on high alert appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
An academic paper published in the Journal of Insurance Regulation seems to have rekindled the debate over how much of an impact litigation and fraud have had on property insurance losses and premiums, particularly in Florida.
PSM Brokerage
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering the Medicare Annual Enrollment Period. Why AEP Success Matters Overview: The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) is a crucial time for Medicare agents. Success during this period can significantly impact your business for the entire year. AEP runs from October 15th to December 7th, and it's essential to be well-prepared, compliant, and proactive.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Resolving disputes through appraisal or arbitration may be, but is certainly not always, less costly and efficient. This is especially true when the policy calls for arbitration of a commercial dispute, where the costs of the arbitration panel can run into hundreds of thousands of dollars and discovery is conducted, with parties paying for arbitrators, … The post Appraising Facts Regarding Business Income Loss Much More Efficiently Than Litigating and Then Appraising Business Interruption
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post UK sanctions 10 of Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
California homeowners could be required to pay a surcharge if the state’s insurer of last resort is unable to cover losses from a catastrophic wildfire.
Zywave
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Commercial insurance is more intricate than ever. With the nature and location of work transforming, companies face dynamic risks – particularly for Excess & Surplus (E&S) coverage. But it can be tedious for insurance brokers and Managing General Agents (MGAs) to provide these options to businesses at scale.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
The post “Are Insurers Using “New Construction” Xactimate Settings Wrongfully Underpaying Claims?” noted that “lawsuits are starting to be filed on a more regular basis regarding State Farm’s alleged wrongful use of Xactimate to underpay claims based on ‘new construction’ settings.” One of those cases was an unsuccessful attempt to make a class action regarding … The post Leakage and McKinsey Claims Process Handling Still at Issue appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage L
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Shipowners’ Club reports underwriting surplus at half-year point appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Chinese regulators on Friday hit PwC’s auditing unit in mainland China with a six-month business suspension and a record fine of 441 million yuan ($62 million) over the firm’s audit of troubled property developer China Evergrande Group.
Frankenmuth Insurance
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
You see your team colors around you, the food is on the grill, you hear cheers and excitement in the air. It can only mean one thing … it’s game day. The only thing better than gathering with friends to cheer on your favorite team is the pre-game tailgate. To ensure a safer event, we have some ideas to add to your playbook. So, cheer hard, be smart, and follow our nine tailgating safety tips all season long.
EverQuote
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Is it your insurance agency’s goal to grow your business (and in turn, make more money)? If you’re like 99% of agents out there, you’re nodding yes.
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Russian missile strikes civilian grain ship in western Black Sea appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
An Atlanta-based venture capital fund on Wednesday agreed to stop operating a program that awarded grants to small businesses run by Black women to settle a lawsuit by an anti-affirmative action group that claimed it discriminated based on race.
AMAXX
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
When selecting a company doctor or a preferred occupational medicine clinic for your workforce, it is crucial to keep several key factors in mind. Ensuring that your employees receive top-notch care, while also focusing on reducing downtime, improving recovery, and fostering a positive working relationship between employer, employee, and medical provider, is essential.
CDC: Workers Compensation
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Where It Started As the Nanotechnology Research Center (NTRC) marks its 20th anniversary, we reflect on our achievements in the field of nanotoxicology. Within the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), one NTRC goal is to understand possible harm from nanomaterials in workplaces. Our work has its origins in earlier research.
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Gulf of Mexico offshore platforms evacuated ahead of Storm Francine appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Did you hear the one about cat poop clogging a toilet, resulting in thousands of gallons of sewage water in the home and a big insurance claim?
AMAXX
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Medical cost containment is an essential aspect of managing workers’ compensation claims effectively. Employers and insurance companies face the challenge of controlling medical costs while ensuring that injured employees receive the care they need. Various medical cost containment strategies play a pivotal role in managing these claims efficiently.
CDC: Workers Compensation
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Artificial intelligence (AI)—the field of computer science that designs machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence—has seen rapid advances leading to cutting‐edge innovations in language, vision, reasoning, and human‐machine collaboration across industries, economies, and labor markets.[1] [2] In the workplace, the adoption of AI technologies can result in a broad range of hazards and risks to workers, as illustrated by the recent growth in industrial robotics and algori
Insurance Marine News
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Turkish cargo ship abandoned after collision off Iran appeared first on Insurance Marine News.
Insurance Journal
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Lloyd’s of London said on Thursday it plans to overhaul its rules on dealing with poor conduct in the commercial insurance market as its current processes for dealing with bad behavior could be “unclear.
Life Happens
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The post 18 Is No Longer an “Adult” appeared first on Life Happens.
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