Expert Commentary

Continuous Performance Improvement

Why Risk Management and Quality Management Must Converge

John Pryor | June 14, 2014

John Pryor explores the potential benefits of integrating quality management tools and principles into traditional risk management practices, emphasizing the importance of cross-functional communication and collaboration to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance organizational performance.

Liability Insurance

The "Your Work Exclusion"—A Curious View

Craig Stanovich | June 1, 2014

Looking at a curious decision by the Alabama Supreme Court, Craig Stanovich points out the problems with its interpretation.

Construction Defect Coverage

Construction Defect and Occurrence: Still Crazy after All These Years

Patrick Wielinski | June 1, 2014

Explore the evolving landscape of occurrence-based CGL policies through a comprehensive review of recent court opinions and their implications for construction defect claims.

Reinsurance

When Contracts Collide: Complex Reinsurance Programs

Larry Schiffer | June 1, 2014

Where reinsurance and other contracts collide, courts look at the language of each contract. Larry Schiffer discusses a recent case on point.

Managing the Risks of Personal Injury from the Internet

Timothy O'Brien | May 23, 2014

Internet risks have moved from principally identity theft to a list of torts. Tim O'Brien examines the social network risks.

Design and Professional Liability

Contractors Professional Liability—A Market Update

Jeff Slivka | May 10, 2014

Jeff Slivka discusses changes in coverage, the insurers selling, and the contractors buying this coverage.

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Guidance for Managing Cyber Security Risks

Melissa Krasnow | May 1, 2014

California's attorney general recently published steps to stay cyber secure which are elaborated on by Melissa Krasnow.

Valuation of Insurance Organizations

The M&A Market for P&C Insurers: 2014

Jeff Balcombe | May 1, 2014

Jeff Balcombe discusses the mergers and acquisitions environment of the property and casualty insurance industry and outlines recent market trends.

Construction Safety

A Safety Value Proposition

Peter Furst | May 1, 2014

Rather than being an add-on activity, safety should become part of the mainstream activities of the company, Peter Furst advises.

Wrap-Up Programs

Top Wrap-Up Dos and Don'ts—Preconstruction

Richard Resnick | May 1, 2014

Quick, essential tips for those interested in OCIPs and CCIPs. Rich Resnick looks at the phase before the shovel touches the ground.