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Property Insurance

COVID-19—When Civil Authorities Take over, Are You Covered?

Douglas Berry | March 27, 2020

When civil authorities take over, does your insurance apply? Doug Berry looks at this crucial question.

Time Element, Commercial Property Topics

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Income Losses—Are They Covered?

Linda Robinson | March 20, 2020

Are business income losses related to COVID-19 covered by a commercial property policy? The direct physical loss or damage requirement and virus exclusion argue against coverage.

Claims Management

Claims Management and Effective Risk Management

Christopher Mandel | March 20, 2020

Claims Management and Effective Risk Management—Claims are the outgrowth of risk and exposure. Chris Mandel relates their relationship.

Leadership at All Levels

Supporting Women in Construction

Tricia Kagerer | March 20, 2020

"Someday, gender will have nothing to do with success." Tricia Kagerer looks at the problem and the progress.

Maritime Law

What Constitutes a "Prevailing Party" in a Maritime Contract Dispute?

Michael Orlando | March 20, 2020

Mike Orlando discusses a case where neither party was the prevailing party.

Valuation of Insurance Organizations

Energy Insurance Market Conditions: 2020

Todd Fries | March 13, 2020

Todd Fries discusses the challenges facing energy insurers (e.g., coronavirus, under current market conditions).

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Cyber Threats and Accounting for Operational Risk

Mark Lanterman | March 6, 2020

Mark Lanterman suggests strategies that can bolster an organization's ability to continue after an attack.

Construction Quality

Cost of Quality in Commercial Construction

Peter Furst | March 6, 2020

Cost of Quality in Commercial Construction—Peter Furst explains the costs of active engagement in quality performance.

Personal Risk Management

Second Home Risk Management Strategies

Kurt Thoennessen | March 6, 2020

Second Home Risk Management Strategies—Insuring a second house can be challenging. Kurt Thoennessen explains and provides risk management tips.

Construction Safety

Determining a Construction Site's Character by Listening

TJ Lyons | February 28, 2020

Determining a Construction Site s Character by Listening—TJ Lyons provides simple tips on gathering feedback from those doing and overseeing work.

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