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Wrap-Up Programs

Top 10 Favorite Wrap-Up Questions (and Answers)

Richard Resnick | July 1, 2006

Rich Resnick provides his 'Top 10 Favorite Wrap-Up Questions' commonly asked by potential wrap-up buyers, along with his answers.

Courts and Coverage

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita: Coverage Disputes and Pending Litigation

Brent Cooper | July 1, 2006

Because of the coverage disputes presented by the hurricanes, it is uncertain what impact the hurricanes will have on the industry in the future. Dana Harbin and Brent Cooper discuss.

Property Insurance

The Litigation Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina: Are the Flood Gates Opening?

Jay Levin | July 1, 2006

Jay Levin looks at Judge Senter's rulings—fair but not enforcing anti-concurrent causation language where it would eliminate coverage for otherwise covered hurricane damage.

Employment Practices

Supreme Court Loosens Standard in Retaliation Lawsuits

Paul Siegel | July 1, 2006

Paul Siegel discusses a recent Supreme Court case that has been hailed as a victory by employees' rights groups nationwide.

Construction Defect Coverage

Complex Construction Defect Claims: Who Pays First?—Part 2

Patrick Wielinski | July 1, 2006

Performance bond sureties may look to the contractor's CGL insurer to recoup losses. Pat Wielinski explains.

Claims Practices

Sharing of Information between Insurers To Fight Fraud

Barry Zalma | July 1, 2006

When insurers fail to communicate to combat fraud, no one benefits. Barry Zalma looks at legislative initiatives to stop this practice.

Construction Safety

Measuring Success—Integrated Risk Management

Peter Furst | June 3, 2006

Peter Furst outlines some tools and techniques to assess the effectiveness of the safety management process.

Mediation

Professional Mediator: A Distinction That Makes a Difference

Jeff Kichaven | June 1, 2006

While many mediators are former judges, proper mediation goes beyond two-dimensional judging. Jeff Kichaven explains.

Continuous Performance Improvement

Deming's Point #10 as Applied to the Insurance Industry

John Pryor | June 1, 2006

John Pryor explains Dr. Edwards Deming's Point #10: Eliminate slogans, exhortations, and targets for the workforce.

Current Trends and Issues

Dissecting Problems in Association Health Insurance Policies

Tim Ryles | June 1, 2006

Dr. Tim Ryles cautions against risky association plans and advises on how not to become a victim.

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