Claims

The severity of hurricane-related losses can vary drastically -- challenging insurers to be prepared for the unknown at all times. Here's how insurers are successfully adjusting to evolving risk exposures and policyholder needs.

Securing a second opinion on a water damage claim may be just what the adjuster needs to bring clarity to the claim and to be confident that the value of the claim is justified.

Fires, hurricanes, tornados, floods, and other acts of God wreak havoc on hundreds of churches a year. Other times, an unattended vigil or altar candle is the culprit. No matter the cause, the evaluation of the claim is monumental.

If you weren't able to make it out to Caesars Palace in Las Vegas for the ACE conference, worry not. Here are a few personal awards I'm handing out to those who contributed to some of the show's biggest highlights.

Over the years, special investigation units (SIUs) have rapidly evolved in terms of methodology and structure in response to a changing world and emerging fraud schemes. Just ask Tim Wolfe.

The economic crisis has compounded the usual issues facing recreational marine claim departments. Consequently, claim adjusters must fully understand many lines of insurance.

There are three types of product liability claims. Strict liability is the most problematic because of its unique standard of proof.

Sadly, tension often characterizes relationships between claim adjusters and underwriters.