Risk Management

Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper has appointed Marguerite Salazar as the states next insurance commissioner, effective Aug. 19.

New Jersey Governor Chris Christie has vetoed a bill that would, for the purposes of providing workers comp benefits, assume illnesses and disorders suffered by public workers stemmed from their employment unless evidence is provided in rebuttal.

Three major bond insurers appear to be working with Detroits emergency manager to gauge their liability in the midst of the citys bankruptcy filing last Thursday.

Three major bond insurers appear to be working with Detroits emergency manager to gauge their liability in the midst of the citys bankruptcy filing last Thursday.

Every risk financing alternative, with the possible exception of guaranteed cost insurance, has benefits and risks. A risk manager must be prepared to make an informed decision regarding whether, and how, an organization should embark on the path of forming a captive.

Every risk financing alternative, with the possible exception of guaranteed cost insurance, has benefits and risks. A risk manager must be prepared to make an informed decision regarding whether, and how, an organization should embark on the path of forming a captive.

Travelers has partnered with the Womens Business Development Center (WBDC), a program that fosters entrepreneurship, and with nonprofit microfinance institution Accion to teach female and minority business owners about risk management.

The fun of hosting outdoor gatherings can come with substantial risk and liabilities if the proper safety precautions are not taken.