IRMI Update Newsletter Archive - 2005

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IRMI Update - #127 December 28, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Now taking reservations for Tech-eRisk 2006 seminar coming in March.
• Conference: Construction Risk Conference handouts are now available online.

IRMI Update - #126 December 14, 2005

• Risk Tip: Don't let "and/or" creep into your contracts.
• My View: Developing trust in agent-broker/client relationships.

IRMI Update - #125 November 30, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Trust is key to successful partnerships between agents/brokers and their clients.
• Risk Tip: A better way to manage pain claims.

IRMI Update - #124 November 16, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Online insurance continuing education courses offered.
• Risk Tip: Inspect and maintain emergency equipment regularly.

IRMI Update - #123 October 26, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Is it possible that you unknowingly have access to the IRMI library?
• Risk Tip: Class codes can adversely affect experience modification.
• My View: Underwriting versus claims.

IRMI Update - #122 October 12, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Underwriting and claims need to work together from inception through claims.
• Risk Tip: Local laws can help with contract negotiations.

IRMI Update - #121 September 28, 2005

• Risk Tip: Consider new approaches in cost per work-hour.
• My View: Catastrophe risk management.

IRMI Update - #120 September 14, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Horror and embarrassment as events unfold following Katrina.
• Risk Tip: Win-win fire safety training.

IRMI Update - #119 August 23, 2005

• Message from the Editor: CEOs need to implement a true safety culture in their firms.
• Risk Tip: Use medical directors proactively to control WC costs.

IRMI Update - #118 August 9, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Deadline for Horizon Award nominations is August 26.
• Risk Tip: Getting to "YES" with regulators.

IRMI Update - #117 July 27, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Refocus from external to internal threats.
• Risk Tip: Balance legal liability risks from an educational perspective.

IRMI Update - #116 July 12, 2005

• Message from the Editor: IRMI Construction Risk Conference agenda is set.
• Risk Tip: Dealing with stolen art.
• My View: Updating archaic contract language.

IRMI Update - #115 June 21, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Are outdated insurance requirements in contracts a problem?
• Risk Tip: Mobile equipment nonconcurrency can create coverage gap.

IRMI Update - #114 June 7, 2005

• Message from the Editor: 25th anniversary of the IRMI Construction Risk Conference this year.
• My View: D&O coverage for privately held companies.

IRMI Update - #113 May 17, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Do private companies have a D&O exposure?
• My View: Should insurers provide cancellation notices?

IRMI Update - #112 May 3, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Should insurers agree to provide cancellation or nonrenewal notice and abolish "escape clauses" in standard certificate forms?
• Risk Tip: Insuring potential liability for fax/e-mail.

IRMI Update - #111 April 19, 2005

• Risk Tip: Layer your equipment security techniques.
• My View: Are you prepared for a disaster?

IRMI Update - #110 April 5, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Businesses need corporate-wide continuity and disaster recovery plans now more than ever.
• Risk Tip: Hot work permit system or bring the marshmallows?

IRMI Update - #109 March 22, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) continuing education program launched.
• Risk Tip: Workers compensation financial incentive program is discussed.
• My Views: Risk Management reporting structure is evaluated.

IRMI Update - #108 March 8, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Should risk managers report to the COO, CEO, CFO, or to a vice president?
• Risk Tip: Four ways to cut your WC costs.
• My Views: What's to become of contingent commissions?

IRMI Update - #107 February 22, 2005

• Message from the Editor: What changes will occur as a result of the demise of contingency commissions?
• Risk Tip: Take advantage of no cost insurer services.

IRMI Update - #106 February 8, 2005

• Message from the Editor: New risk management service added to IRMI.com: "Ask George Head."
• Risk Tip: Assure that wrap-up program limits are adequate.

IRMI Update - #105 January 25, 2005

• Message from the Editor: Is a soft insurance market on the horizon?
• Products & Services: Free D&O Newsletter Keeps You Informed.

IRMI Update - #104 January 11, 2005

• Message from the Editor: What lessons can we learn from the tsunami tragedy?
• Risk Tip: Identify ethical organizations.