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Property Insurance

2012-06-01 | Jay M Levin

Under a property policy, mold has to cause tangible damage to be covered. Jay Levin warns that courts may interpret this narrowly.

Claims Practices

2012-04-01 | Barry Zalma

In a case related by Barry Zalma, the misuse of the appraisal system and the need for competent and experienced claims people are highlighted.

Property Insurance

2012-03-01 | William K Austin

William Austin warns against relying on standard policy sections instead of identifying exposures.

Personal Risk Management

2012-02-01 | Jack Hungelmann

Jack Hungelmann answers some basic questions about personal umbrella policies.

Catastrophe Risk Management

2012-01-01 | Christopher M Brophy

Maximizing insurance coverage after a catastrophic loss is especially complex for chemical producers. Chris Brophy elaborates.

Personal Lines Claims

2012-01-01 | Elise Farnham

Technological advances, says Elise Farnham, are making the claims process more personal for insureds

Claims Practices

2011-12-01 | Barry Zalma

Poor construction is not considered an occurrence under a CGL policy per Kentucky court. (IRMI.com article)

Personal Lines Claims

2011-11-01 | Elise Farnham

In personal lines insurance claims, plaintiffs must prove that actual damages were proximately caused by defendant's negligence (IRMI.com article)

Catastrophe Risk Management

2011-10-01 | Christopher M Brophy

Construction catastrophes can doom a business. Christopher Brophy explains how builders risk insurance, properly designed, can save the firm.

Claims Practices

2011-10-01 | Barry Zalma

Recent case law shows danger of claims-made commercial general liability insurance policies. Barry Zalma explains.