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Claims Practices
Legitimate Loss Becomes a Crime When Insured Lies
2010-02-01 | Barry Zalma
Barry Zalma relates a case proving that it doesn't pay to lie to the police and your insurer.
Personal Lines Claims
The Art of Strategic Negotiation
2010-01-01 | Elise Farnham
Becoming a skilled negotiator is vital to claims adjusters. Elise Farnham provides tips.
Claims Management
Reduce Claims To Improve WC Mod
2009-12-01
Manage workers compensation experience rating plans to curb expenses, per David Ackerman.
Claims Practices
Breach of Contractor's Warranty Defeats Coverage
2009-10-01 | Barry Zalma
To succeed in an insurance claim, be sure to obtain insurance certificates as required. Barry Zalma explains.
Courts and Coverage
Coverage Triggers and Duty-To-Defend Dilemmas
2009-10-01 | R Brent Cooper
The adoption of the actual injury rule in Texas creates issues with respect to the duty to defend, per Brent Cooper.
Personal Lines Claims
"Green" Building Claim Implications
2009-10-01 | Elise Farnham
Green construction has significance for loss adjusters even when their insurer does not issue green policies. Elise Farnham explains.
Claims Management
Workers Compensation Return-to-Work Programs: Cost Savers?
2009-08-01
Insurance savings can be achieved if done correctly. Glenn Brown explains.
Courts and Coverage
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage and Anti-Stacking Provisions
2009-08-01 | R Brent Cooper
States are all over the board when it comes to UM/UIM anti-stacking statutes and case law. Brent Cooper reviews.
Claims Management
Reducing Workers Compensation Claims during a Layoff
2009-05-01
Lisa Hartman outlines the layoff issues risk managers face and suggests strategies to help guide them.
Claims Practices
Attorney Fees for Enforcement of Settlements in Florida
2009-05-01 | Barry Zalma
Barry Zalma relates cases permitting attorney fees where insureds must go to court to force claims settlement.
Courts and Coverage
Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage and Anti-Stacking Provisions
2009-08-01 | R Brent Cooper
