How Can Buyers Keep Their Brokers Honest?

With all the talk these days about investigations into bid-rigging and contingency fee abuse by major brokers and insurers, how can a risk manager be certain their brokers are giving them the best coverage for the lowest price?

Red flags that insurance buyers should look for include brokers whose prices rise against market trends and who balk at disclosing their compensation, one risk management expert cautioned.

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