IRMI Update Newsletter Archive - 2011

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IRMI Update - #262 December 14, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Should more companies be buying cyber insurance?
• IRMI Featured Publication: 6th Edition of The Additional Insured Book.

IRMI Update - #261 November 16, 2011

• Message from the Editor: IRMI introduces Fundamentals of Reinsurance and Reinsurance Markets.
• IRMI Event: IRMI Cyber & Privacy Risk Conference May 16–17, 2012.

IRMI Update - #260 October 26, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Workers compensation system turns 100.
• Risk Tip: Avoid costly mistakes when there is a data breach.

IRMI Update - #259 October 12, 2011

• Risk Tip: Be sure to document mediation results.
• New From IRMI: Teleworking and managing risks.

IRMI Update - #258 September 28, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Does corporate America need a set of risk management standards?
• Risk Tip: Recognize risks posed by the Food Safety Modernization Act.

IRMI Update - #257 September 14, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Fiduciary liability insurance is often misunderstood.
• Risk Tip: Make board of director oversight of cyber risks a priority.

IRMI Update - #256 August 24, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Is a "hard" insurance market imminent?
• New from IRMI: MCS-90 Book is now updated.

IRMI Update - #255 August 10, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Many private companies do face securities claim exposures.
• Risk Tip: Coordinate flood insurance with property insurance.

IRMI Update - #254 July 27, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Can you share examples of cybercrimes against small and middle market businesses?
• Risk Tip: To eliminate data breaches, encrypt data on portable devices.

IRMI Update - #253 July 13, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Registration for the 31st IRMI Construction Risk Conference, is now open.
• New in Your Library: The June issue of The Risk Report describes international directors' and officers' liability exposures.

IRMI Update - #252 June 22, 2011

• Message from the Editor: We've identified common coverage gaps. What can you add?
• IRMI Featured Event: Data breaches can happen at any company. Learn how to handle them.

IRMI Update - #251 June 8, 2011

• Message from the Editor: IRMI acquires WebCE.
• Risk Tip: Assess your cyber and privacy risks.

IRMI Update - #250 May 18, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Cyber risks pose a serious, but often ignored, threat to today's businesses. Be sure to check out the IRMI Cyber and Privacy Risk Conference agenda and plan to attend in July.

IRMI Update - #249 May 4, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Have you heard of the "renewal rule"?
• Risk Tip: Use blanket coverage—even for a single location.

IRMI Update - #248 April 20, 2011

• Message from the Editor: IRMI announces new Cyber and Privacy Risk Conference in San Francisco July 20-21.
• In Memoriam: In Memory of Gary Bausom.

IRMI Update - #247 April 6, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Japan's crisis illustrates the need for contingent business interruption insurance.
• Reader Opportunity: Get listed in the Professional Liability Market Directory.

IRMI Update - #246 March 23, 2011

• Risk Tip: Factor in indirect cost of losses.
• Your View: EPLI—no longer an exotic coverage.

IRMI Update - #245 March 9, 2011

• Message from the Editor: Should all companies purchase employment practices liability insurance?
• Risk Tip: Revisit tax positions and nexus study for emerging tax risks.

IRMI Update - #244 February 16, 2011

• Risk Tip: Increase debris removal limits in property policies.
• Your View: Handling outdated insurance requirements in contracts.

IRMI Update - #243 February 2, 2011

• Message from the Editor: What's the next upcoming crisis, and how are you preparing for it?
• Risk Tip: Realize the value of your property insurance claim.

IRMI Update - #242 January 19, 2011

• Message from the Editor: IRMI accomplishments in 2010.
• Risk Tip: Crime insurance: Is it a discovery or loss sustained form?

IRMI Update - #241 January 5, 2011

• Message from the Editor: How often do you encounter antiquated insurance requirements in contracts?
• Risk Tip: Manage recovery and relationships during a claim.