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Anxiety is growing within the agent and broker community about rules in New York going into effect in January 2011, requiring them to disclose to their clients information about compensation received from insurers.
They say that he who pays the piper calls the tune. So why don't more risk managers just pay their brokers a set fee, rather than complain about contingent commissions corrupting the insurance placement process?
Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has come out full force in support of property bill SB 2044, passed in the final hours of the 2010 Florida legislative session.
David M. Gelia was named chairman of the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New York Inc. during its recent 128th annual business meeting.
Lloyd's achieved a record profit of ?3.87 billion--that's $5.9 billion, in current exchange rates--to go along with a sparkling combined ratio of 86.1 last year despite a severe economic contraction and stubbornly soft commercial insurance pricing.
Joseph Peloso, a veteran of the program business segment, remembers a time when unsolicited program proposals flooded the desks of property and casualty underwriters, offering more business than they could possibly handle.
Carole J. Banfield was named Insurance Woman of the Year by the Association of Professional Insurance Women.
Independent agencies are invited to enter the 2010 Commercial Insurance Agency of the Year Award program, run by National Underwriter and its sister publication, American Agent & Broker, with entries due by July 1.
Mario Vitale, Zurich Global Corporate chief executive officer is the recipient of the Boys Hope Girls Hope of New York 2010 BHGH Vision of Hope award.
Practicing what they preach in terms of personal risk management, more than 96 percent of independent agents and brokers responding to a recent online survey said they carried errors and omissions insurance.
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Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
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Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
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The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
Download ResourceFrom RPS | Risk Placement Services
The Executive Lines insurance market is evolving with new trends in competition, capacity, and underwriting becoming more prominent. To stay ahead in this dynamic market, you must understand these key trends and their implications. This analysis will equip you with the insights you need to secure optimal coverage for your clients in 2025 and beyond.
Download ResourceFrom Voltaire
Inefficient P&C claim letters hide significant costs. Discover how the application of AI for claims letters can transform this liability into a strategic asset, automating accurate letter generation for 200%+ ROI and operational efficiency.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Severe convective storms (SCS) caused $56B in insured losses last year, highlighting rising risks and the urgent need for insurers to adapt their risk assessment strategies. This overview explores 2025's trends, La Niña's impact, and how AI-driven, property-level insights can help insurers mitigate losses and improve underwriting.
Download ResourceFrom AgentSync
This guide explores the biggest pitfalls in Distribution Channel Management and practical steps you can take to reduce risk, streamline operations, and better support your agency relationships.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Explore how AI is reshaping underwriting, pricing, and claims--while meeting rising regulatory expectations. This special guide cuts through the noise to reveal real-world use cases, debunk myths, and offer actionable best practices for responsible implementation.
Download ResourceFrom AgentSync
Looking to cut appointment costs without risking compliance? Learn how Just-in-Time (JIT) appointments can help carriers save thousands while staying aligned with state regulations.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Insurers face mounting pressure from outdated systems, data silos, and rising customer expectations. Discover how a connected, digital-first approach can improve policyholder experiences, streamline operations, and help meet compliance mandates. This guide offers actionable strategies to modernize value-chain operations and drive business growth.
Download ResourceFrom ZestyAI
Traditional roof risk assessment falls short. Ballooning combined ratios demand better methods. This guide reveals how AI and new data sources provide significant lift over traditional models for hail and wind risk.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Recovering funds from at-fault parties in auto claims is crucial for insurers, yet subrogation challenges like incomplete data and manual processes slow the process. This guide reveals how claims professionals can streamline subrogation, reduce administrative costs, and maximize recoveries with a more efficient approach. Get the insights you need to speed up claims resolution and improve financial outcomes.
Download ResourceFrom Laserfiche
Rising customer expectations, more restrictive regulations, and increased competition are pushing insurers to modernize information management to boost productivity and efficiency. Discover how Intelligent Information Management (IIM) transforms insurance operations--addressing key challenges and delivering measurable ROI by streamlining processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer experiences.
Download ResourceFrom Verisk
Digital media fraud is evolving fast--can your fraud detection strategies keep up? With AI-powered tools making it easier than ever to manipulate claims evidence, insurers must stay ahead of fraudsters. Download this guide to explore the latest digital media fraud tactics that are affecting the industry.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Rain-related business disruptions can be costly for your clients. Parametric hourly rain insurance offers a proactive approach to mitigate financial losses from weather conditions. This data-driven solution delivers fast, automated payouts when rainfall thresholds are met, ensuring your clients are protected when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
Hurricane-related financial risks can leave businesses vulnerable due to gaps found in traditional insurance policies. Parametric hurricane insurance provides a proactive solution for your clients to recover from hurricane-related financial losses quickly. Learn how this innovative coverage model offers transparent payouts based on measurable storm conditions--helping your clients bridge critical financial gaps when they need it most.
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
Avoid Costly Setbacks, Stay on Schedule, and Maximize ROI
Download ResourceFrom Origami Risk
The MGA market is more competitive than ever. With new entrants leveraging digital tools and shifting market dynamics, staying ahead requires strategic adaptation. Discover how to refine your approach, embrace innovation, and outperform the competition in 2025.
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