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Surety
Large Projects Underwriting: The Role of the Surety Bond Broker
September 15, 2022
Nancy Schnee of American Global explains the surety process and the importance of providing sureties ample time to underwrite.
Intellectual Property
Starting a Podcast? Consider the Risks
Sanford Warren | September 9, 2022
Sanford Warren explains what to do regarding copyrighted music, interviews, art, and other material when making a podcast.
Current Trends and Issues
In Search of Standards for Totaled Auto Claims Software
Tim Ryles | September 1, 2022
When it comes to setting standards for the use of computer technology in insurance, Tim Ryles points to the lack of regulator ability to adequately do so.
Reinsurance
Privity of Contract in Reinsurance
Larry Schiffer | September 1, 2022
Larry Schiffer examines privity and the legal and statutory exceptions that allow direct rights of action against reinsurers.
Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance
Apple Vulnerabilities and Staying Apprised of Current Cyber Threats
Mark Lanterman | September 1, 2022
Cyber security is everyone's responsibility, stresses Mark Lanterman, including having knowledge of current threats and enacting best practices.
Liability Insurance
The Auto Exclusion in the CGL Policy
Craig Stanovich | September 1, 2022
Craig Stanovich explains how it is designed to eliminate coverage for bodily injury or property damage customarily covered by a commercial auto policy.
Subcontractor Performance Risk
Green Building Means Go
Cheri Hanes | August 5, 2022
Many contractors have been on hold when it comes to sustainable construction. Cheri Hanes offers support for your journey to a greener future.
Claims Practices
Insured's Release of Insurer Defeats Claim of Third Party
Barry Zalma | August 5, 2022
An assignment of claim against insurers after insureds sign a release is worthless. Barry Zalma relates the case.
Communication
Improve Operational Efficiency with Mobile Solutions and Communication
Stokes McIntyre | July 29, 2022
Stokes McIntyre looks at ways to increase productivity on the construction jobsite.
Current Trends and Issues
Auto Markets and Settlement of First-Party Totaled Vehicle Claims
Tim Ryles | July 29, 2022
Introducing the wrong statistical technique can skew auto valuation. Tim Ryles explains.
Current Trends and Issues
In Search of Standards for Totaled Auto Claims Software
Tim Ryles | September 1, 2022
Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance
Apple Vulnerabilities and Staying Apprised of Current Cyber Threats
Mark Lanterman | September 1, 2022
Claims Practices
Insured's Release of Insurer Defeats Claim of Third Party
Barry Zalma | August 5, 2022
Communication
Improve Operational Efficiency with Mobile Solutions and Communication
Stokes McIntyre | July 29, 2022
Current Trends and Issues
Auto Markets and Settlement of First-Party Totaled Vehicle Claims
Tim Ryles | July 29, 2022
