Despite attempts by lawmakers to put into place rules to reduce drug cost and medical expenses, ultimately there are few laws that can reverse the trend of more expensive drugs used by more workers’ compensation patients.

Moody’s Investors Service says a recently announced transaction that will see Chartis transfer legacy asbestos claims to National Indemnity Insurance Company (NICO) is credit positive for Chartis, as it reduces the insurer from adverse development of asbestos liabilities.

Come every spring, the questions are the same: Is a skunk a rodent or vermin and therefore excluded under a homeowner's policy? I've got the answer for you.

Lots of different carriers, trade associations and individuals are doing great things to enhance the reputation of our industry. That's just the problem.