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Workers Compensation Issues

COVID Claims Development: Workers Compensation and Beyond

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | March 12, 2021

Mark Walls and Kimberly George explore current trends in COVID-19 claims.

Construction Quality

Craftsperson's Impact on Project Quality

Peter Furst | March 12, 2021

Craftsperson's Impact on Project Quality—Ensure the capability, motivation, and attention to detail are aligned with job requirements, per Peter Furst.

Builders Risk Insurance

Builders Risk: Naming of Insureds for Delay and Soft Costs Coverages

Steven Coombs | February 26, 2021

Steven Coombs takes a close look at who should be insured and how it is accomplished.

Subcontractor Performance Risk

Thinking Inside the Box—Modular Construction Considerations

Cheri Hanes | February 24, 2021

Successful projects have open collaboration, an understanding of potential risks, and agreement on ways to handle them, per Cheri Hanes.

Maritime Law

There's No Guarantee in Maritime Case

Michael Orlando | February 24, 2021

Michael Orlando relates a case where a Sieracki seaman gets an $11.6 million award in a nonjury trial.

Catastrophe Risk Management

Dealing with Winter Storm Damage

Robin Olson | February 19, 2021

In light of the devastating storms that hit the United States, IRMI is providing advice on what damage is covered and tips on filing insurance claims.

Claims Practices

Professional Insurance Adjusting and Insurance Fraud

Barry Zalma | February 5, 2021

Barry Zalma looks at the role of the claims adjuster and offers a suggestion for fighting fraud.

Workers Compensation Issues

20 Workers Comp Issues To Watch in 2021

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | February 5, 2021

Mark Walls and Kimberly George relate important issues for every risk manager and insurance professional to monitor in 2021.

Construction Safety

Impact of Organizational Systems on Construction Safety Performance

Peter Furst | February 5, 2021

Impact of Organizational Systems on Construction Safety Performance—To improve safety outcomes, pursue a balanced approach to managing the business. Peter Furst explains.