Claims

Today's consumers are focused on value for money. P&C insurers, in turn, are perpetually striving to reduce the cost of handling claims. Here are 10 helpful suggestions to reduce costs.

ALE coverage is one of those broad coverages that can bedevil adjusters, agents, and insureds alike. Here's a look at all that ALE entails.

A recent investigation in Atlanta, Ga. leads to the arrest of three roofers who were caught, on camera, manufacturing storm damage. Authorities hope this will set an example.

Bond insurer Assured Guaranty Ltd filed new claims against JPMorgan Chase & Co over a mortgage-backed security sold by Bear Stearns, saying more than 35 witnesses have come forward to testify about how loans in the $337 million transaction were misrepresented.

Two Texas men didn't do the math and their scheme of arson for insurance failed, leaving them with nothing but jail time and hefty fines.

Two Texas men didn't do the math and their scheme of arson for insurance failed, leaving them with nothing but jail time and hefty fines.

It looks as though justice will finally be served on behalf of a 100-year-old Bartlesville landmark as the accused arsonist agrees to plead guilty, almost two years after setting the fires that displaced several businesses.

He thought he was paying off all his bills and entitled to a little reward in the form of a 2009 Cadillac Escalade. A Missouri business man, however, now owes an even bigger debt to society.