An estimated 64 million U.S. dwellings contain lead-based paint. To avoid claim issues and litigation, adjusters must be properly trained to handle potential damages and safety concerns.

The initial magnitude 7.0 earthquake that caused catastrophic death and destruction in Haiti on Jan. 12 was virtually uninsured, although the insurance industry quickly rallied last week to help raise relief funds for the devastated nation.

In an earlier post, I noted my discomfort in merely reporting that insurers had little-to-no exposure in earthquake-ravaged Haiti, asking for examples of industry players ...

Responding to the earthquake in Haiti, insurance industry firms are arranging to provide the devastated nation with millions in financial aid from their companies and employees.