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Surety

Marilyn Klinger | August 1, 2007

In this ongoing series, Marilyn Klinger discusses the surety problem of penal sum increases with change orders.

Captives

Michael R. Mead | August 1, 2007

Michael Mead says the prudent captive owner will address the collateral issue early in the formation and often throughout the life of the captive.

Design and Professional Liability

Jeff Slivka | August 1, 2007

Jeff Slivka examines the marketplace, the trends, and the various forms of coverage available this year.

Valuation of Insurance Organizations

Jeff Balcombe | August 1, 2007

Jeff Balcombe discusses factors that influence value: growth, profitability, customer relationships, and company-specific risks.

Claims Practices

Barry Zalma | August 1, 2007

An Illinois decision requiring experts to be licensed in the state before testifying could be problematic. Barry Zalma explains.

Intellectual Property

Sanford Warren | August 1, 2007

Sanford Warren examines the patent as a legal mechanism to protect innovation, especially novel business practices.

Corporate Fraud Prevention

Scott Langlinais | July 1, 2007

A company can employ many tactics to fight fraud, but one person can undermine it. Scott Langlinais explains.

Internal Controls

Matthew Leitch | July 1, 2007

Matthew Leitch tells how cutting out "key" controls can reduce SOx cost, and regulators have provided some reasons for doing it.

Continuous Performance Improvement

John Pryor | July 1, 2007

John Pryor discusses Dr. W. Edwards Deming's adage: Encourage education and self-improvement for everyone.

Liability Insurance

Steven Rawls | July 1, 2007

Steve Rawls and Rebecca Allpelbaum show how different courts apply allocation methods to determine indemnity obligations.