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Property Insurance

2010-10-01 | Jay M Levin

Can the insurer refuse to pay ACV, prevent the insured from repairing, and avoid paying full replacement cost? Jay Levin looks at the caselaw.

Time Element

2010-10-01 | William K Austin

Good risk management involves looking at time element exposures and available coverage prior to loss. William Austin details the process.

Time Element

2010-09-01 | Michael Speer

Michael Speer outlines critical aspects of hotel business interruption coverage, claims nuances, and items to consider before a loss occurs.

Claims Practices

2010-08-01 | Barry Zalma

When faced with a question of diminution of value, Barry Zalma says you need to determine the applicable state law.

Personal Lines Claims

2010-08-01 | Elise Farnham

While there is no single panacea for dealing with stress, Elise Farnham offers a variety of techniques that can help.

Claims Practices

2010-06-01 | Barry Zalma

In New Jersey, not only does crime not pay, but if caught, you may pay three times the damages. Barry Zalma relates the case.

Personal Risk Management

2010-04-01 | Jack Hungelmann

Car-sharing may be good for the environment, but Jack Hungelmann warns it can raise personal auto insurance concerns.

Property Insurance

2010-04-01 | William K Austin

Crime exposures, forms, triggers, and limits are tricky. William Austin explains how to enhance coverage.

Personal Risk Management

2010-03-01 | Jack Hungelmann

Keep your personal liability coverage with one insurer or one agent, advises Jack Hungelmann.

Claims Practices

2010-02-01 | Barry Zalma

Barry Zalma relates a case proving that it doesn't pay to lie to the police and your insurer.