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Liability Insurance

Coverage Gaps Created by Exclusionary Endorsements

Craig Stanovich | April 13, 2017

Craig Stanovich explains why some CGL endorsements may leave substantial gaps in general liability coverage.

Risk Mgmt. and Ins. Higher Education Scene

A Hiring Fairy Tale: Due Diligence in Hiring New College Graduates

Brenda Powell Wells | April 7, 2017

Relating a fairy tale, Brenda Wells shows the problems that can result when hiring without proper preparation.

Claims Practices

Excess Insurer May Not Refuse Reasonable Settlement

Barry Zalma | April 7, 2017

Barry Zalma relates a case holding that the insured and primary insurer may settle when excess refuses to participate.

Wrap-Up Programs

Contemplating a Controlled Insurance Program—Part Two

Kathleen Creedon | March 31, 2017

It's critical to start with a thorough feasibility analysis, per Kathleen Creedon.

Claims Management

The Claim Function and Best Practices

Christopher Mandel | March 31, 2017

Chris Mandel explains the fundamentals of claims management and the best ways to get to reasonable outcomes for all parties.

Environmental

Avoid Common Mistakes That Lead to Uninsured Environmental Loss

David Dybdahl | March 31, 2017

Dave Dybdahl warns against ignoring the effects of pollution exclusions and the environmental insurance market.

Design and Professional Liability

Contractors Professional Liability (CPrL) Insurance—Rectification/Mitigation Enhancement

Jeff Slivka | March 31, 2017

Jeff Slivka discusses the growing CPrL market and the various options available.

Big Data and Predictive Analytics

The Attraction of Analytics

Dale Halon | March 24, 2017

With new techniques becoming available all the time, Dale Halon says it's important to keep and open and imaginative mind when it comes to analytics.

Construction Safety

When It Comes to Construction Safety, What You Don't Know Can Hurt You

TJ Lyons | March 24, 2017

When it comes to construction safety, some common hazards are not known to workers. It's important to explain the dangers and eliminate them when possible.

Design and Professional Liability

New Owner's Design Warranty in Missouri

Kenneth Slavens | March 17, 2017

Ken Slavens relates a recent Missouri case with significant implications for design professionals and owners.