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Continuous Performance Improvement

John Pryor | October 1, 2009

John Pryor lists obstacles to avoid so that Dr. W. Edwards Deming's theory of management will work for you.

Construction Defect Coverage

Patrick Wielinski | October 1, 2009

Pat Wielinski relates a case finding no coverage for claims solely for economic loss due to faulty workmanship.

Personal Lines Claims

Elise Farnham | October 1, 2009

Green construction has significance for loss adjusters even when their insurer does not issue green policies. Elise Farnham explains.

Property Insurance

William Austin | October 1, 2009

Risk controls should be used in conjunction with first-party insurance to cover unique and evolving cyber exposures, per William Austin

Claims Practices

Barry Zalma | October 1, 2009

To succeed in an insurance claim, be sure to obtain insurance certificates as required. Barry Zalma explains.

Liability Insurance

Craig Stanovich | October 1, 2009

Whether OCP or additional insured coverage is preferable depends on many factors, per Craig Stanovich.

Current Trends and Issues

Tim Ryles | October 1, 2009

Citing commentary and legal developments, Dr. Tim Ryles says the failure to coordinate between underwriting and claims increases risk.

Captives

Michael R. Mead | October 1, 2009

Can a captive deny its owner's claim? Certainly, per Michael Mead, and risk managers need to be prepared.

Maritime Law

Michael Orlando | September 12, 2009

Michael Orlando relates a ground-breaking decision in maritime law finding punitive damages are available for a maintenance and cure claim.

Time Element

Paul Haynes | September 1, 2009

Claims for real or business personal property can raise many valuation issues, as related by Paul D. Haynes.