The moribund economy will combine with zero interest rates to deliver a one-two knockout punch to property and casualty insurer bottom lines.

Maintaining a long-term relationship and taking the time to learn about one another's strategic plans and risk appetites are all critical factors.

In an earlier post, I noted my discomfort in merely reporting that insurers had little-to-no exposure in earthquake-ravaged Haiti, asking for examples of industry players ...

While not up to the generosity of Hollywood stars pledging $1 million out of their own pockets, insurance industry players are raising funds to help Haitians recover from its earthquake, notes NU Editor Sam Friedman on his blog at www.NUSamSoapBox.com.

Now that the Republicans have won a crucial 41st vote in the U.S. Senate, will any health care reform bill pass Congress this year? That's the query posed to readers on NU's Web site at www.property-casualty.com.

Florida Insurance Consumer Advocate Sean Shaw calls on lawmakers to reject the "Consumer Choice" bill aimed at property insurance.

The Florida Commission on Hurricane Loss Projection Methodology, Windstorm Mitigation Committee has issued a draft report of its recommendations for fixing the wind mitigation credit program.

Two major insurance brokers said they will pay quarterly dividends to shareholders.