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Reasons for Captive Formation Matter

2022-09-15 | F Hale Stewart

Reviewing case law, Hale Stewart shows that subjective intent—the reasons why a taxpayer forms a captive—is just as important as objective substance.

Reinsurance

Privity of Contract in Reinsurance

2022-09-01 | Larry Schiffer

Larry Schiffer examines privity and the legal and statutory exceptions that allow direct rights of action against reinsurers.

Reinsurance

Climate Change and Reinsurance

2022-06-03 | Larry Schiffer

Reinsurers will bear the brunt of the insured losses resulting from climate change. Larry Schiffer looks at the risks they face.

Reinsurance

Systemic Event Reinsurance

2022-03-17 | Larry Schiffer

The scope of this specialized coverage depends on key policy terms with clear definitions. Larry Schiffer explains.

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Understanding Captive Insurance

2021-11-17 | F Hale Stewart

Hale Stewart guides you to a better understanding of captive insurance so you can recommend or implement as warranted.

Reinsurance

The Reinsurer's Right to Information

2021-09-15 | Larry Schiffer

Access to records clauses grant reinsurers the right to inspect the ceding company's records. Larry Schiffer examines their enforceability and scope.

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Captives 101: What Are They, and Why Do I Want One?

2021-07-01 | Joe R McDonald

Captives 101: What Are They, and Why Do I Want One?—Joe McDonald introduces captives, explaining what they are, their purpose, structure, operation, and advantages.

Catastrophe Risk Management

Dealing with Winter Storm Damage

2021-02-19 | Robin K Olson

In light of the devastating storms that hit the United States, IRMI is providing advice on what damage is covered and tips on filing insurance claims.

Reinsurance

Reinsurance Arbitrators and Their Obligations

2021-01-22 | Larry Schiffer

Reinsurance Arbitrators and Their Obligations—Larry Schiffer explains why reinsurance arbitration is so unique and the problem of potential bias.

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The Dilemma of Insuring Virus Claims

2021-01-15 | Christopher E Mandel

The Dilemma of Insuring Virus Claims—It's going to take risk mitigation strategies as well as risk transfer, per Chris Mandel.