Commercial Lines

As demonstrated by the case of Lilly Ledbetter, which spawned the Fair Pay Restoration Act of 2009, what appears a non-issue today might not be tomorrow, which makes the purchase of employment practices insurance vital for small and midsize businesses, according to Burns & Wilcox Manager Dick Weaver.

As demonstrated by the case of Lilly Ledbetter, which spawned the Fair Pay Restoration Act of 2009, what appears a non-issue today might not be tomorrow, which makes the purchase of employment practices insurance vital for small and midsize businesses, according to Burns & Wilcox Manager Dick Weaver.

Many agents are not fully aware of the enormous influence the experience modification plays and, more importantly, how to help a client manage it to the lowest permissible point. Here’s a checklist that can help agents better serve their clients.

We've got lots of company results to tell you about, along with several other news stories, including an AIG repayment and a Celent CIO survey.

While debate rages over the future direction of the overall property and casualty insurance market, one recent broker survey of a niche market—architects and engineers professional liability—indicates rates could see upward momentum this year.

Construction-insurance pros see some signs for market improvements in 2012 and 2013, as the economy recovers and projects continue in key industries, such as health care and education. A second round of stimulus funding would also help.