Expert Commentary

The Myth of Risk Management

Donald Riggin | April 1, 2014

While it is impossible to manage risk, Don Riggin opines that it is possible—and necessary—to finance it.

Leadership at All Levels

Setting Priorities as a Time Management Tool

Lisa Harrington | April 1, 2014

Managing your commitments in terms of deadlines and priority can make you more effective Lisa Harrington explains.

Environmental

Building Owner Not Barred by "Waiver of Subrogation" Clause from Seeking Damages against Contractors for Diesel Leak Harming "Nonwork" Property

Kent Holland | April 1, 2014

An AIA waiver of subrogation does not limit the owner's right to seek recovery for contractors' damage to non-work. Kent Holland relates a recent case.

Environmental

Chemical Spill in West Virginia: Where Does Liability Stop When Contamination Rolls Downhill?

Rodney Taylor | March 28, 2014

While interesting to understand how it happened, Rod Taylor explains that learning why it occurred and the lessons are more important.

Reinsurance

What Does "Written as Such" Really Mean?

Larry Schiffer | March 14, 2014

Larry Schiffer explains the importance of achieving greater clarity in reinsurance contract wording to reduce the potential for disputes.

Environmental

Rational CPL Insurance Specifications

David Dybdahl | March 1, 2014

Dave Dybdahl describes the evolution of contractors pollution liability insurance and provides detailed specs.

Property Insurance

Insurable Interest and Having Enough Skin in the Game

Jay Levin | March 1, 2014

Jay Levin relates a case showing the importance of insurable interest when purchasing insurance and at the time of ownership transfer.

Environmental

Train Derailment Pollution Releases

Rodney Taylor | February 1, 2014

Several recent railway accidents involving crude oil shipments raise questions about safety and the ability to cover losses. Rod Taylor explains.

Risk Management: A Systemic Approach

Cockpit Boredom: A Risk All Managers Face

Vernon Grose | February 1, 2014

It is possible to systematically identify, evaluate, rank, and control even such obscure or subtle risks as boredom! Dr. Vernon Grose explains.

Car Rental Risks and Protection Options

Timothy O'Brien | February 1, 2014

To buy or not to buy insurance from car rental companies is a quandary. Tim O'Brien discusses the alternatives and their ramifications.