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Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

"Media Liability" Coverage in Tech/Media/eBusiness Policies

Michael A. Rossi | February 1, 2006

In conjunction with the Tech-eRisk 2006 Seminar, Mike Rossi reveals key issues to consider in newer liability policies.

Environmental

Subrogation and Intervention in Construction Defect Case Involving Water and Mold

Kent Holland | February 1, 2006

Kent Holland describes a well-reasoned court opinion that will serve as a valuable educational tool for others contemplating similar issues.

Personal Risk Management

Government Programs for Uninsurable Chronic Medical Conditions

Jack Hungelmann | February 1, 2006

Jack Hungelmann discusses available government programs and how they can fit into a long-range insurance plan.

Political Risk

The Impact of Terrorism on Foreign Direct Investment

Daniel Wagner | February 1, 2006

Perceptions of terrorism risk have a great deal of influence on some investment decisions and very little on others. Daniel Wagner explains.

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Variations in "Fraud/Dishonesty" Exclusions in Tech/Media/eBusiness Policies

Michael A. Rossi | January 14, 2006

In conjunction with the Tech-eRisk 2006 Seminar, Mike Rossi continues his series on wording issues in newer liability insurance policies.

Reinsurance

Contract Finality—What a Concept!

Larry Schiffer | January 1, 2006

Agreeing to terms and conditions of a reinsurance contract on the day of placement may reduce disputes arising out of ambiguous contract terms. Larry Schiffer explains.

Intellectual Property

Liability for Infringing Acts

Sanford Warren, Sanford Warren | January 1, 2006

Sanford Warren discusses how a patent owner can obtain damages for infringing acts that occur before a patent is ever granted.

Liability Insurance

Additional Insured Endorsements—A Potential Minefield—Part 1

Craig Stanovich | January 1, 2006

In this first of three articles, Craig Stanovich looks at the connection between the named insured and additional insured necessary for CGL coverage.

Current Trends and Issues

How To Recognize and Avoid Health Insurance Fraud

Tim Ryles | January 1, 2006

Tim Ryles explains that being alert to insurance scams can be helpful in avoiding victimization at the hands of con artists operating through unauthorized insurers.

Captives

Investment Strategies for Captives

Michael R. Mead | January 1, 2006

Michael Mead discusses how captive premiums and reserves can grow over time and how these funds are held and invested.

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