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6 scenarios that travel insurance won't cover

Denny Jacob | May 25, 2018

After a long journey, the last thing any traveler wants to encounter is a snag with their hotel or rental reservation.

News

Automatic brakes were disabled in Uber self-driving car fatal crash

Ryan Beene | May 24, 2018

The car’s sensors observed the pedestrian about six seconds before impact, according to a preliminary NTSB report.

News

Hurricane season is starting, and critics ask if FEMA is ready

Christopher Flavelle | May 24, 2018

FEMA lacks a second-in-command and three of four associate-administrator posts are either vacant or temporarily filled.

News

Insured losses from May's 'Ring of Fire' near $2.5 billion, says new report

Danielle Ling | May 24, 2018

The extreme weather event created billions of dollars in damages from hail and wind across 12 states, Karen Clark & Co. reports.

Commentary

Expect a shift in the auto insurance litigation landscape

Randy Maniloff | May 24, 2018

Even if widespread adoption of autonomous and self-driving cars somehow becomes a reality, they surely won't be foolproof.

News

Top hazards of volcanic ash: How to protect health & property

Jayleen R. Heft | May 24, 2018

Volcanic ashfall can cause roofs to collapse, contamination of water supplies, utility outages and make roads impassable.

News

Around the P&C insurance industry: May 23, 2018

Denny Jacob | May 23, 2018

News from GuideOne Insurance, USI Insurance Services, Risk Strategies and more.

News

Are your clients insured for summer fun?

Denny Jacob | May 23, 2018

While it's easy to get distracted by the fun in the sun, there are plenty of risks consumers should consider first.

Research

Which U.S. cities face the highest risk from climate change?

Amanda Albright and Danielle Moran | May 22, 2018

Miami Beach is the most exposed city and Manatee County is the most-exposed county.

Best Practices

Senior drivers: When is it time to give up the keys?

Elana Ashanti Jefferson | May 22, 2018

Senior drivers don’t necessary cause more car crashes, but they are more likely to be seriously injured in an accident.

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Who's using what in P&C insurance: May 21, 2018

PC360 Staff | May 21, 2018

Property & casualty insurance partnership and tech news from Intact Financial Corp., HSB, Zeguro, Guidewire, and more.

Commentary

How can tech best help small business insurance brokers?

Adam Sills | May 21, 2018

Breaking down and rebuilding insurance processes can be painstaking, but there’s still a lot more work to do.

Expert Opinion

Insurance industry impact: New laws on the horizon

David A. Sampson | May 18, 2018

The 2018 election cycle means debate about insurance issues in state legislatures, and uncertain outcomes at the federal level.

News

Insurers pull back from municipal-bond market as tax rates fall

Katherine Chiglinsky, Romy Varghese and Brian Louis | May 17, 2018

Progressive, Travelers Cos. and Chubb have collectively decreased their holdings of municipal bonds by $2.37 billion.

News

Cybersecurity, InsurTech regulation poised to define 2018

Denny Jacob | May 17, 2018

Regulation is often cited as the most significant hurdle to innovation in the insurance industry.

News

41.5 million Americans will kick off summer with a Memorial Day getaway

Jayleen R. Heft | May 17, 2018

AAA expects to rescue more than 340,000 motorists at the roadside this Memorial Day weekend.

Research

Percentage of personal auto insurance shoppers reaches 4-year low

Rosalie Donlon | May 17, 2018

TransUnion Insurance Shopping Index analyzes the latest trends in personal auto insurance shopping by consumers.

News

Tsunamis, tornadoes raged in New York, New Jersey from storm

Brian K. Sullivan | May 16, 2018

Hundreds of reports of downed power lines, crushed cars and damaged homes came into the U.S. Storm Prediction Center.

News

Around the P&C insurance industry: May 16, 2018

Denny Jacob | May 16, 2018

News from HUB International Limited, Prime Risk Partners Inc., AssuredPartners Inc. and more.

Best Practices

9 vital homeowner maintenance tips to prevent costly damage & losses

Jayleen R. Heft | May 15, 2018

Here are home maintenance tips that could keep your homeowners' insurance clients safe and save them money and stress.

News

New report details economic growth and expectations for 2018

Danielle Ling | May 11, 2018

For the second consecutive quarter, insurance agencies and brokerage firms recorded accelerating growth.

Research

Top four wedding insurance claims of 2017

Denny Jacob | May 11, 2018

Consider covering your wedding with some insurance to mitigate all possible risks.

Analysis

By the numbers: Here's how insurance helps our sick pets

Shawn Moynihan | May 10, 2018

Despite common ailments, only about 1% of North American cats and dogs are covered by pet insurance.

News

Axa's IPO flop shows investor dismay at insurer's strategy

Fabio Benedetti-Valentini, Alex Barinka and Katherine Chiglinsky | May 10, 2018

The sale of part of its U.S. operations raised almost $1 billion less than the company had hoped for.

News

Moving out? Don't forget to pack insurance

Denny Jacob | May 10, 2018

May is National Moving Month and there are many questions that will pop up if you're planning on moving soon.

News

Strong economy continues to fuel personal lines growth

Loretta Worters | May 09, 2018

Market update: While personal lines is growing faster than commercial lines, private-passenger auto remains challenged.

News

Around the P&C insurance industry: May 9, 2018

Denny Jacob | May 09, 2018

News from Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Lockton, H.W. Kaufman Group and more.

News

House Committee on Education & the Workforce discusses opioids and federal employees

Denny Jacob | May 09, 2018

The opioid crisis that currently exists in the U.S. has been fermenting since the 1990s.

Analysis

Volcanic eruptions and your homeowners' insurance

FC&S Editors | May 09, 2018

Coverage Q&A: A direct loss from volcano fire or explosions is covered, and ash clean-up is considered 'debris removal.'

News

6 tips to protect your home and property for 2018's hurricane season

Denny Jacob | May 09, 2018

After 2017's tumultuous hurricane season, this year's hurricane season looks only to be above average.

News

We can’t fix all the new vulnerabilities, so let’s fix the system

Matthew Honea | May 08, 2018

Companies need to establish programs that work. Otherwise, they are simply asking to leak their important vulnerability information to dark places.

News

7 ways to secure yourself and your office when working from home

Sage Singleton | May 08, 2018

If you work from home — whether you’re a small-business owner or a freelancer — you know it’s crucial to keep your home office secure.

Analysis

Volcanoes, hot lava and insurance claims

Christine G. Barlow, CPCU | May 07, 2018

If you're in Oregon, Alaska, California, Washington and Wyoming, as well as Hawaii, you too could be at risk from volcanic eruptions and their aftermath.

News

With only half of recalls done, NHTSA says don't drive old Fords

Ryan Beene | May 07, 2018

Auto safety regulators warn that certain older Ford pickups should be parked until dangerous air bags are replaced.

Commentary

America's roads are a drag on U.S. auto insurers, consumers

Dr. Renu Ann Joseph | May 04, 2018

Rising fatality and injury rates explain only a part of overall auto insurance industry losses.

News

FM Global unveils senior leadership changes

Denny Jacob | May 04, 2018

Jonathan W. Hall, COO of FM Global, will retire on July 1, 2018, after 37 years with the company.

Research

San Francisco earthquake could affect 1.1M homes, cause $170B in damage

Victoria Prussen Spears | May 04, 2018

CoreLogic estimates insurance payments of less than 20% of overall damage due to the low rate of earthquake insurance.

News

AIG sees Q1 profit decline

Brian Louis | May 03, 2018

Insurance results were hurt by catastrophe costs and a decline in net premiums written.

News

The state of the P&C industry's social media presence

Denny Jacob | May 03, 2018

Are social media content programs effective? What content actually drives engagement from their followers? These are questions companies must ask themselves from time to time.

Commentary

Claims management equals risk management

Farhana Alarakhiya | May 03, 2018

Having a real-time view of potential exposures from extreme weather and other such catastrophes is a critical advantage.

Case Study

Tesla driver using autopilot suspended from driving for moving to passenger seat

Steven A. Meyerowitz | May 03, 2018

A man who switched on his car’s autopilot before moving to the passenger seat while traveling on a public road has been banned from driving for 18 months.

News

Around the P&C insurance industry: May 2, 2018

Denny Jacob | May 02, 2018

News from Munich Reinsurance America Inc., Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty, the Travelers Institute and more.

Analysis

When claims arise from relocated homeowners

FC&S Editors | May 02, 2018

Coverage Q&A: Most homeowners' policies provide coverage for the named insured who resides at the named risk — not for tenants.

Research

Top 5 mobile device threats & how to prevent them

Michael Ogden | May 02, 2018

Some obvious and not-so-obvious steps to take to stay secure on mobile devices.

News

AmWINS Group Inc. announces executive leadership changes

Denny Jacob | May 01, 2018

AmWINS Group, Inc. announced that Scott M. Purviance has succeeded M. Steven DeCarlo as the company’s CEO, effective immediately.

News

Key takeaways from Marsh's 'The Internet of Everything' report

Denny Jacob | May 01, 2018

The latest report from Marsh notes that the rise of IoT devices is changing the cyber risk landscape — and not necessarily for the better.

Analysis

Using multistage offset models to cross-sell products, create growth

Dheeraj Pandey | May 01, 2018

You have the capability to use the data you currently have to find the right customer the right product at the right time.

News

We're careless with passwords & it puts us at risk, study says

Danielle Ling | April 30, 2018

A new HSB and Munich Re study examines Americans' password choices and how they may be inadvertently putting themselves at risk.

Research

Battle for auto insurance consumers: Who's winning?

Jayleen R. Heft | April 30, 2018

The J.D. Power 2018 U.S. Auto Insurance Shopping Study has found consistent price competition has driven auto insurers into aggressive customer courtship mode.

News

Top 10 best cities to start a business in 2018

Denny Jacob | April 30, 2018

For businesses willing to be headquartered outside the 'mainstream cities,' there are a number of up-and-coming cities worth exploring.

Resources

Overcoming Market Saturation: How Producers Can Grow Their Book of Business

From KPA

Use this no-nonsense approach to grow your book of business and gain a competitive edge. Learn why differentiation could be your best marketing strategy.

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Automated Loss Runs Help Commercial Carriers Eliminate Common Blind Spots

From LexisNexis Risk Solutions

See what you may be missing to improve risk assessments and overall profitability.

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Overcome Complex Regulations with Unique Coverage for Healthcare Providers

From NAS Insurance Services

Help your clients address regulatory challenges, including billing error investigations involving Medicare and Medicaid, before they become a larger issue.

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Fact Sheet: E&O for Architects & Engineers

From NAS Insurance Services

It can be tricky to get the right insurance coverage for A&E clients, so you need policy options with flexibility and a wide range of features. Learn more about how to cover all their bases!

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Guide: 5 Steps to Selling Cyber

From NAS Insurance Services

Cyber risk and data security has a spot on the agenda of every business owner and executive. Are you prepared to effectively present and sell cyber liability insurance to your clients?

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Cyber Claims Digest: Trends and Insights

From NAS Insurance Services

Review the conclusions from a comprehensive data analysis of cyber claims made in 2016 and learn how to help your clients.

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How to Ensure Proper Sexual Misconduct & Molestation Coverage

From NAS Insurance Services

Take steps now to make sure your clients’ liability insurance doesn’t exclude coverage of crucial sexual misconduct and molestation risks.

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3 Healthcare Liability Trends You Need to Know

From NAS Insurance Services

Get the facts! Allied healthcare businesses continue to grow at record pace! Are you offering the right liability coverages?

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3 Tenant Discrimination Trends You Need to Know

From NAS Insurance Services

If you are providing property manager or owner clients with E&O coverage, make sure you address the growing exposure of tenant discrimination.

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