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Property Insurance
Potential Insurance Company Fraud in Superstorm Sandy Litigation
Jay Levin | December 1, 2014
In the wake of Superstorm Sandy, highly questionable practices within the insurance industry have been revealed. Jay Levin relates several cases.
Construction Safety
Construction Safety Best Practices
TJ Lyons | December 1, 2014
TJ Lyons explains construction safety best practices that were discussed at the IRMI Construction Risk Conference when he hosted one of the Construction Café tables with the topic "Best Practices in Construction Safety—Bring One, Gather Many," sponsored by Zurich.
Additional Insured Issues
Making Your Bed: "Blanket" Additional Insured Endorsements and the Underlying Agreement
Gregory Podolak | December 1, 2014
It is wise to have a fully executed, written contract with the named insured describing the requested coverage Gregory Podolak elaborates.
Current Trends and Issues
Just What Does "Amount of Loss" Amount to in Appraisal Clauses?—Part 3
Tim Ryles | December 1, 2014
Arbitration and appraisal have similarities but are fundamentally distinct. Dr. Tim Ryles examines specific language and court interpretations.
Reinsurance
Which Came First, the Insurance Policy or the Reinsurance Contract?
Larry Schiffer | December 1, 2014
Larry Schiffer explains there is no boundary to how a reinsurance contract may limit—or expand—coverage available to the ceding insurer.
What Is Your Unique Value Proposition?
Timothy O'Brien | November 7, 2014
To combat big insurer commodity pitches, agents should show how they provide service, not just a fast policy. Tim O'Brien explains.
Disability and Disability Insurance
Return-to-Work Best Practices: Roles, Responsibilities, and Outcomes
Marcia Carruthers | November 1, 2014
Whether you are just starting out or intend to upgrade a longstanding program, Marcia Carruthers says following proven best practice methods can ensure your success.
Personal Lines Claims
The Claims Professional as Problem Solver
Elise Farnham | November 1, 2014
Elise Farnham provides six tips to help resolve claim situations in an efficient and economical manner.
Construction Safety
Communication Insights for Supervision
Peter Furst | November 1, 2014
The supervisor is in a unique position, serving as the link between management and the workforce The successful execution of organizational strategy hinges on the effectiveness of the supervisor s ability to lead workers to enthusiastically engage in their assigned tasks.
Current Trends and Issues
In Praise (or Not) of the Appraisal Clause in Homeowners Policies—Part 2
Tim Ryles | November 1, 2014
Considering the web of delay inherent in the appraisal process, Tim Ryles wonders who benefits.
Property Insurance
Potential Insurance Company Fraud in Superstorm Sandy Litigation
Jay Levin | December 1, 2014
Additional Insured Issues
Making Your Bed: "Blanket" Additional Insured Endorsements and the Underlying Agreement
Gregory Podolak | December 1, 2014
Current Trends and Issues
Just What Does "Amount of Loss" Amount to in Appraisal Clauses?—Part 3
Tim Ryles | December 1, 2014
Reinsurance
Which Came First, the Insurance Policy or the Reinsurance Contract?
Larry Schiffer | December 1, 2014
Disability and Disability Insurance
Return-to-Work Best Practices: Roles, Responsibilities, and Outcomes
Marcia Carruthers | November 1, 2014
Current Trends and Issues
In Praise (or Not) of the Appraisal Clause in Homeowners Policies—Part 2
Tim Ryles | November 1, 2014
