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Captives
Captives: Renting versus Owning—The Debate Continues
Donald Riggin | July 1, 2014
Don Riggin looks at the pros and cons of each, particularly the tax deductibility of premiums.
Continuous Performance Improvement
Why Risk Management and Quality Management Must Converge
John Pryor | June 14, 2014
John Pryor explores the potential benefits of integrating quality management tools and principles into traditional risk management practices, emphasizing the importance of cross-functional communication and collaboration to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance organizational performance.
Liability Insurance
The "Your Work Exclusion"—A Curious View
Craig Stanovich | June 1, 2014
Looking at a curious decision by the Alabama Supreme Court, Craig Stanovich points out the problems with its interpretation.
Construction Defect Coverage
Construction Defect and Occurrence: Still Crazy after All These Years
Patrick Wielinski | June 1, 2014
Explore the evolving landscape of occurrence-based CGL policies through a comprehensive review of recent court opinions and their implications for construction defect claims.
Reinsurance
When Contracts Collide: Complex Reinsurance Programs
Larry Schiffer | June 1, 2014
Where reinsurance and other contracts collide, courts look at the language of each contract. Larry Schiffer discusses a recent case on point.
Managing the Risks of Personal Injury from the Internet
Timothy O'Brien | May 23, 2014
Internet risks have moved from principally identity theft to a list of torts. Tim O'Brien examines the social network risks.
Design and Professional Liability
Contractors Professional Liability—A Market Update
Jeff Slivka | May 10, 2014
Jeff Slivka discusses changes in coverage, the insurers selling, and the contractors buying this coverage.
Wrap-Up Programs
Top Wrap-Up Dos and Don'ts—Preconstruction
Richard Resnick | May 1, 2014
Quick, essential tips for those interested in OCIPs and CCIPs. Rich Resnick looks at the phase before the shovel touches the ground.
Valuation of Insurance Organizations
The M&A Market for P&C Insurers: 2014
Jeff Balcombe | May 1, 2014
Jeff Balcombe discusses the mergers and acquisitions environment of the property and casualty insurance industry and outlines recent market trends.
Disability and Disability Insurance
Industry Best Practices in Benefits Integration
Marcia Carruthers | May 1, 2014
Marcia Carruthers shows how focusing on enhanced integration will help you achieve your risk and benefits goals.
Continuous Performance Improvement
Why Risk Management and Quality Management Must Converge
John Pryor | June 14, 2014
Construction Defect Coverage
Construction Defect and Occurrence: Still Crazy after All These Years
Patrick Wielinski | June 1, 2014
Design and Professional Liability
Contractors Professional Liability—A Market Update
Jeff Slivka | May 10, 2014
Valuation of Insurance Organizations
The M&A Market for P&C Insurers: 2014
Jeff Balcombe | May 1, 2014
Disability and Disability Insurance
Industry Best Practices in Benefits Integration
Marcia Carruthers | May 1, 2014
