Education & Training

Since the economic recession began in December 2007, employment in the insurance industry has decreased across multiple sectors, including claim adjusting, according to the I.I.I.'s latest report.

This month, thousands of workers' comp professionals from all over the nation will converge to mark the 65th iteration of the Workers' Compensation Educational Conference.

Training programs have not traditionally been built around good decision-making, but rather around building knowledge. Instilling judgment requires a different approach.

The bright, frenzied lights of the Vegas strip once again served as the backdrop for this year's ACE America's Claims Event, which took place from June 22-24th at the Bellagio Hotel. Presentations are now up.

IAS Claim Services' President Paul Kottler answered questions about the current role of independents, essential technologies for the industry, and how to attract new talent.

Let's hear it for the independents, for which the oil spill and the weight of impossibly high public expectations is just another day at the office.

The Ward Group has analyzed the financial performance of thousands of P&C insurers in the U.S. to compile a top 50 list of those that are demonstrating financial stability. Nine new additions were added to last year's list.

There may still be individuals and businesses whose claims may not be paid or fully satisfied. These parties will likely then turn to their insurance policies for compensation. The FC&S staff analyzed how various lines of business could respond.