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Among the characteristics that make the insurance business the granddaddy of financial services: Insurers are keen to the evolving needs of their clients and the way an ever-changing world impacts their business. Here, property and casualty insurance professionals will find valuable news and information for their specialty market clients.
State Auto Financial Corp. says it suffered an “unprecedented and unexpected” second quarter loss of $201.4 million
Chicago-based insurer CNA says net income for the 2011 second quarter dropped 55 percent, primarily on catastrophe losses.
Chicago-based insurer CNA says net income for the 2011 second quarter dropped 55 percent, primarily on catastrophe losses.
Successful agencies find niches by leveraging knowledge in the E&S market
Bill Pritchard, president of Beacon Hill Associates Inc., a wholesale insurance broker and program administrator specializing in the placement of environmental insurance and other specialty products, provides his perspective on a number of crucial areas in the environmental-insurance market.
When your clients’ top executives demand to know, “What the frack is going on,” do you have an answer? Do you even know what they’re talking about? Gina Jones and Ivy Riggs provide the info you need to arm youself to address your clients’ concerns.
To compete in a marketplace flooded with competition, environmental insurance carriers to better stand out from the pack are developing new products—built on a growing familiarity with and sophisticated grasp of the unique coverage requirements of specific industry classes.
EnvISIon, a new rating system to assess the sustainability of infrastructure projects, is one initiative helping government and corporate risk managers benchmark sustainability performance and provide a framework for measuring risk—as environmental risk challenges threaten to surpass insurance capacity.
In a five-part educational series, Meadowbrook’s Phillip Gajewski gives independent agents a step-by-step guide to elevate a distinct class of insureds into a formal carrier-underwritten program. Part 1 explains how to develop the submission.
The following checklist from Meadowbrook’s Phillip Gajewski gives guidance about what to put under each heading. In an accompanying article, part 1 of a five-part educational series titled, “Program Business—From Submission To Finish Line,” Gajewski’s discusses some of these items in detail.
From 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.
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Discover how one mid-sized P&C carrier was able to quickly and accurately draft claims letters using AI to boost efficiency and savings while reducing compliance risk.
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When adverse weather hits, traditional insurance policies often leave clients vulnerable. Discover how parametric weather insurance offers an innovative, data-driven solution that complements traditional policies--ensuring your clients are protected no matter the risk. This white paper explains how to differentiate your services, fill coverage gaps, and tap into new markets that will help you expand your book of business.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 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 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 Voltaire
Discover how one mid-sized P&C carrier was able to quickly and accurately draft claims letters using AI to boost efficiency and savings while reducing compliance risk.
Download ResourceFrom Vortex Weather Insurance
When adverse weather hits, traditional insurance policies often leave clients vulnerable. Discover how parametric weather insurance offers an innovative, data-driven solution that complements traditional policies--ensuring your clients are protected no matter the risk. This white paper explains how to differentiate your services, fill coverage gaps, and tap into new markets that will help you expand your book of business.
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 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 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 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 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.
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