Marsh & McLennan acquired Howalt+McDowell, new programs from Travelers and Markel, Aon Risk Solutions created Flood Secure and WAHVE employees can offer claims support for agencies affected by Sandy.

A strong earthquake off the coast of Guatemala killed at least 48 people and trapped others under rubble on Wednesday, crushing homes and cars, destroying roads and forcing evacuations as far away as Mexico City.

A strong earthquake off the coast of Guatemala killed at least 48 people and trapped others under rubble on Wednesday, crushing homes and cars, destroying roads and forcing evacuations as far away as Mexico City.

In the face of increasing profitability pressures perpetuated by highly competitive marketplace conditions, personal lines insurers are sharpening their focus on business intelligence, policy administration system replacement, portal functionality, and claims systems replacement, according to a report released by Novarica.