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Regulation and Compliance

Insurance Is Regulated by States, Right?

2017-11-03 | Aaron E Lunt

Insurance Is Regulated by States, Right?—The federal government is becoming more involved in the business of insurance, per Aaron Lunt.

Claims Management

Claim Investigation: Reaching Resolution

2017-10-06 | Christopher E Mandel

Chris Mandel discusses efforts necessary close a claim, from gathering evidence to litigation to setting reserve.

Claims Practices

No Insurance Policy Covers Every Possible Eventuality

2017-10-06 | Barry Zalma

Barry Zalma relates a case where professional liability insurance doesn't cover sexual harassment.

Regulation and Compliance

Technology and the Motor Vehicle Service Contract Industry

2017-09-08 | Aaron E Lunt

Technology and the Motor Vehicle Service Contract Industry—Aaron Lunt says it must anticipate market needs, shifting regulations, and ownership issues.

Construction Law

Are Your Goods and Services UCC Worthy?

2017-09-01 | Robert J Miletsky

It's not a question "if" the UCC Articles apply, but how often and to what extent. Robert Miletsky explains.

Defense and Settlement

The Insurer Wants Its Money Back—Can It Do That?

2017-09-01 | Lyndon F Bittle

Whether it can recover costs paid depends on many factors. Lyndon Bittle explains.

Claims Practices

Pleading Can't Change a Battery into Negligence

2017-07-21 | Barry Zalma

Barry Zalma relates a recent case for coverage for a barroom assault.

Claims Management

Claim Reporting Best Practices

2017-06-23 | Christopher E Mandel

Chris Mandel examines the first of five major components of the claim management process, whether for insured, partially insured, or uninsured claims.