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Captives
Captive Underwriting Profits without Third-Party Business
Donald Riggin | February 1, 2010
Don Riggin shows how a single-parent captive can reduce expenses and convert some of it into underwriting income.
Employment Practices
Ninth Circuit Rejects EEOC Guidance: No Compensatory/Punitive Damages for ADA Retaliation Claims
Paul Siegel | February 1, 2010
Paul Siegel explains a recent ruling disallowing compensatory and punitive damages for ADA retaliation claims.
Time Element
Property and Business Interruption Claims: What If We Don't Rebuild "As Was"?
Michael Speer | February 1, 2010
After a significant property loss, Michael Speer says all options regarding repair or replacement need to be considered.
Political Risk
Expropriation: Pakistan's Message to Foreign Investors
Daniel Wagner | February 1, 2010
As in Pakistan, Daniel Wagner cautions, governments can take action that is contrary to investors' interests at any time.
Claims Practices
Legitimate Loss Becomes a Crime When Insured Lies
Barry Zalma | February 1, 2010
Barry Zalma relates a case proving that it doesn't pay to lie to the police and your insurer.
Reinsurance
In Defense of Reinsurance
Larry Schiffer | January 15, 2010
Bashing reinsurers seems popular today, but Larry Schiffer explains their importance to the economy.
Learning Agility: The Leadership Skill for a Moving Target
Corbette Doyle | January 8, 2010
Long-term success as a leader seems to depend largely on a readiness and ability to learn. Corbette Doyle explains.
Property Insurance
Property Insurance Resolutions for 2010
William Austin | January 1, 2010
William Austin recommends taking the time to understand the organization's exposure, need for property insurance, and a timely plan to implement cost-effective coverage.
Personal Lines Claims
The Art of Strategic Negotiation
Elise Farnham | January 1, 2010
Becoming a skilled negotiator is vital to claims adjusters. Elise Farnham provides tips.
Personal Risk Management
Personal Risk Management—An Alternative to Insurance as Usual
Jack Hungelmann | January 1, 2010
Jack Hungelmann thinks insurance agents with broad experience in personal lines should sell their experience, not just policies.
Employment Practices
Ninth Circuit Rejects EEOC Guidance: No Compensatory/Punitive Damages for ADA Retaliation Claims
Paul Siegel | February 1, 2010
Time Element
Property and Business Interruption Claims: What If We Don't Rebuild "As Was"?
Michael Speer | February 1, 2010
Political Risk
Expropriation: Pakistan's Message to Foreign Investors
Daniel Wagner | February 1, 2010
Personal Risk Management
Personal Risk Management—An Alternative to Insurance as Usual
Jack Hungelmann | January 1, 2010
