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Predicting the impact of Florence: What insurance agents can expect

Terry Black | September 20, 2018

Anticipating the impact of flooding and knowing what to expect in terms of losses, allows insurance agents to be proactive in serving policyholders.

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Insurance coverage for drain, sewer and sump pump problems

FC & S Editors | September 19, 2018

Coverage Q&A: Coverage for water damage unrelated to flooding may come down to an examination of the facts of the claim.

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How small businesses can better protect themselves

Jeff Somers | September 18, 2018

The right insurance and recovery plan enable small businesses to bounce back after a natural disaster.

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Insurers collaborate to gather critical data after catastrophes

Patricia L. Harman | September 17, 2018

In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence, carriers have a new weapon to protect against fraudulent claims.

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Teachable moments in cyber network business interruption

Rituparna Datta | September 17, 2018

The cyber risk landscape is evolving rapidly, and its potential economic fallout cannot be underestimated.

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Winning the war on insurance claims fraud

Dan Donovan | September 12, 2018

Insurers should weigh the time and cost of developing systems in-house vs. purchasing an established system.

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Insurance challenges may arise from vandalized property

FC & S Editors | September 12, 2018

Coverage Q&A: When an empty property is vandalized, insurers may need to determine whether the property was truly vacant or simply unoccupied?

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How to know if you’re ready to invest in new technology

Doug Mohr | September 11, 2018

Making the call to upgrade your technology is a monumental decision.

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Redesigning the digital customer experience

Johan Nelis | September 05, 2018

A high-level understanding of your users is the first step toward transforming your digital presence.

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Tire bead failure

Charles C. Roberts, Jr. Ph.D., P.E. | September 05, 2018

The weftless bead design is prone to damage under certain conditions during installation.

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2022 cyber event could result in major losses of policyholder surplus

Denny Jacob | September 04, 2018

Cyber insurance market premiums globally are on pace to grow to $14 billion by 2022.

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Signs of an insurance industry digital master

Seth Rachlin | September 04, 2018

Investments in digital transform are expected to reach $2 trillion by 2021. But are these investments translating into business results?

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The anatomy of a producer agreement

Mark Robinson | August 31, 2018

It is extraordinarily important for parties to an agreement to review and comprehend its terms.

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California's financial future is under fire

Denny Jacob | August 30, 2018

Will California rise from the ashes going forward or be extinguished in the process?

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Gulf increases between N.Y. and N.J. insurance coverage law

Robert D. Chesler | August 30, 2018

The courts have recently taken diametrically opposed positions with respect to a critical issue in insurance coverage.

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One loss, two deductibles: Which one applies?

FC & S Editors | August 29, 2018

Coverage Q&A: In the event of an insurance claim, policy language is specific about when and how a deductible will apply.

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The ins and outs of business interruption insurance

Nancy Kornegay, Karl Killian and Shawn Pickens | August 29, 2018

Business interruption insurance can be the difference between a company's survival and its demise.

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2018 auto insurance changes you should know

Hannah Smith | August 24, 2018

Here’s an overview of changes and revisions to the 2018 ISO personal auto policy language.

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When an auto accident insurance claim crosses state lines

Steven A. Meyerowitz | August 23, 2018

After an insured writes an auto policy in one state, must the carrier defend the insurance after an accident in another state?

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Covering bodily injuries with home, business or auto policies

FC & S Editors | August 22, 2018

Coverage Q&A: When are someone else's medical expenses covered by an insured's policy?

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Labor shortage increases risks for employers

John Smith | August 21, 2018

Companies should not sacrifice quality control when hiring new workers.

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Managing workers’ comp claims for older workers

Chikita Mann, MSN RN CCM | August 21, 2018

These tools and tips are essential for employers who may be feeling swamped by the proverbial ‘silver tsunami.’

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Car insurance online distributor survey reveals consumer tastes

Marcy Updike | August 16, 2018

These insights may enable insurers and agents to better understand how online car insurance distributors are disrupting the market.

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How to claim the cost of 'contents manipulation'

FC & S Editors | August 15, 2018

Coverage Q&A: It may be necessary to relocate property in order to complete repairs after a loss, but is it covered?

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5 takeaways from recent cybersecurity developments by Colorado & the SEC

Brian Neil Hoffman, Holland & Hart | August 14, 2018

Update company policies, remediation plans and disclosure and trading practices before a cybersecurity incident arises.

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What top personalities can teach us about reputational risk

MP McQueen | August 13, 2018

Better due diligence along with thoughtfully drafted contractual clauses, appropriate insurance and planning can lessen the risks, say legal experts.

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3 things you don't know about travel insurance coverage for wildfires but should

Jayleen R. Heft | August 13, 2018

Whether your home or travel destination is in the fire's path, travel insurance may be able to help.

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How data analysis quantifies water, fire risks for insurers

Steve Brewer | August 10, 2018

We can't always blame Mother Nature. Now, insurers can quantify water and fire risk from non-weather-related events.

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How to help clients determine replacement cost options

FC & S Editors | August 08, 2018

Coverage Q&A: Accepting Actual Cash Value instead of replacement costs should be a conscious decision by the insured.

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Guns, schools and claims – Part 2

Ken Brownlee, CPCU | August 03, 2018

Schools can be held responsible for what their personnel and students may do to each other.

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5 questions answered about GDPR's impact on insurance

Jeff Brown | August 02, 2018

Some people in insurance view the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as a ‘starting gun,’ not the finish line.

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Is 'on-demand' insurance right for you?

Josh Taub, FCAS | August 01, 2018

Some insurers allow coverage to be “on-demand,” that is, turned on and off at any time. Who will benefit the most from on-demand insurance?

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3 ways insurance agents/brokers can embrace tech to better serve clients

Rob Carnaroli | August 01, 2018

To stay competitive, agents & brokers should embrace technology as a way to build relationships & demonstrate expertise.

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How to classify and cover damaged appliances

FC & S Editors | August 01, 2018

Coverage Q&A: Defining exactly what property qualifies as an 'appliance' can be tricky.

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Failure to provide records dooms $400,000 jewelry claim

Steven A. Meyerowitz | July 31, 2018

Inconsistencies and a lack of cooperation raise coverage issues

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Are you missing fraud with outdated tech?

Clark Richey | July 31, 2018

Changing processes means using new analytical methods to produce usable data.

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10 ways driving analytics are affecting insurance

Rob MacKethan | July 25, 2018

Better driver analytics can reduce fraud and improve risk management.

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Law firms and cyber insurance: Under-educated and overexposed

Shawn Moynihan, Rhys Dipshan and Lizzy McLellan | July 23, 2018

Law professionals can gain a deeper understanding of the digital threats they face, and why (and how) they can be properly insured.

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Claims processing in the 21st century

Alice Underwood and Tom Helm | July 23, 2018

InsurTech options are accelerating claims methods for insurers and policyholders.

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Six states saw uptick in prices paid for professional medical services

Denny Jacob | July 19, 2018

The 35 states included in WCRI's study represent 87% of the workers' compensation benefits paid in the U.S.

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New survey shows tenants don’t understand liability issues

Steve Hein | July 19, 2018

'What do you mean my landlord’s not responsible?'

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How do cyber threats impact public entities?

Brad Keenan | July 16, 2018

Public entities perhaps face an even greater level of scrutiny and expectation when it comes to cybersecurity.

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California wildfires were terrible last year. Will this year be worse?

Brian K. Sullivan and Mark Chediak | July 13, 2018

California blazes have charred more acres in the first six months of this year than they did in the same period in 2017.

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First half of the year saw lower losses from natural disasters than usual

Denny Jacob | July 13, 2018

Provisional figures estimate overall losses were around $33 billion (USD), the lowest level since 2005.

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Despite GDPR, looks like there's no rush to buy cyberinsurance

Dan Clark | July 13, 2018

So, why no cyberinsurance yet? The answer may be that insurers still need to get their policy language in order.

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Insuring a home spa? Know that a hot tub is not like a pool

FC & S Editors | July 11, 2018

Coverage Q&A: Insured homeowners need to know that hot tubs come with risks that may not be covered.

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Breaches abound: 3 factors that increase identity theft risk

Rhys Dipshan | July 11, 2018

The risk of ID theft in any breach will vary depending on the type of data compromised and the demographics targeted.

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U.S. car sales are expected to fall to recession levels

Sarah Gardner | July 06, 2018

Sales of sedans, coupes and sports cars are on pace for their worst year since 2009.

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Courts to determine allowable evidence for suits involving insurance claims

Matthew J. Smith, Esq. | July 06, 2018

Two cases on opposite coasts could dramatically affect person injury litigation.

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Your guide to selling insurance services to e-commerce businesses

Victoria Greene | July 05, 2018

Selling insurance to an e-commerce business is about making them aware of the dangers they face.

Resources

Bringing a Personal Touch to Commercial Lines

From LexisNexis Risk Solutions

Discover how your organization can keep up with the evolving market, meet customer expectations, and improve profitability.

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Changing the Game: Insurance Needs Rise as Youth Sports Spike

From K&K Insurance Group

With the rapid growth of amateur sports complexes, it provides new opportunities for agents to make sure the right coverage is provided.

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No Insurance Against Digital Disruption

From Alacrity Services, a Lowe's Company

The claims process continues to evolve. You can either fight the change or embrace it, but welcoming it can provide increased opportunities.

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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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Cybercrime: 2017 Claims Analysis

From NAS Insurance Services

Do your clients understand the threat cybercrime poses to businesses, or do they think it’s just hype? Get the facts with this in-depth analysis.

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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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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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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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