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Captives
The Role of the Domicile Manager
2003-08-01 | Michael R Mead
Mike Mead looks at captive management firms, who they are and what role they should play. Their goals, duties, and responsibilities are discussed.
Catastrophe Risk Management
Understanding the Language of Seismic Risk Analysis
2003-07-01 | Nathan C Gould
Even for those in the industry, the terminology used in the evolving field of seismic risk analysis can be confusing. Nathan Gould provides some definitions and clarifications.
Reinsurance
To Commute or Not To Commute, That Is the Question
2003-07-01 | Larry Schiffer
The reinsurer's obligation to cede and pay claims continues many years after the termination of the contract, unless it is commuted. Larry Schiffer explains.
Market Practices
Binders and Confirmation
2003-05-01 | Peter Polstein
Peter Polstein discusses insurance binders and why the placing agent or broker must make absolutely certain that all parties fully understand the coverage ramifications.
Catastrophe Risk Management
Quantifying the Risk for Progressive Collapse in New and Existing Buildings
2003-03-01 | Nathan C Gould
Nathan Gould discusses the increased risk of progressive collapse in buildings due to terrorism and abnormal loading conditions, emphasizing the importance of standard guidelines and other mitigation measures.
Reinsurance
Who Owes Whom? Understanding Setoffs in Reinsurance
2003-03-01 | Larry Schiffer
There are many situations in reinsurance relationships where the concept of setoff may apply. Larry Schiffer explains the right, its origins, and its application.
Market Practices
Considering Alternative Risk Transfer
2003-02-01 | Peter Polstein
Peter Polstein examines the use of deductibles and self-insured retentions to help with the rising costs of insurance premiums.
Catastrophe Risk Management
Earthquake Performance of Nonstructural Components
2003-01-11 | Nathan C Gould
Nathan Gould discusses the critical impact of nonstructural components' performance during earthquakes, emphasizing the importance of stringent design requirements in building codes.
Market Practices
Insurance Coverage Specifications in the Hard Market
2002-12-01 | Peter Polstein
It's important to cover all the potential areas of loss your firm faces, even if insurance is not available or affordable. Peter Polstein reviews coverage extensions you should consider.
Reinsurance
When Errors Occur in a Reinsurance Relationship
2002-12-01 | Larry Schiffer
Larry Schiffer examines the errors and omissions clause in reinsurance policies, including its history, proper drafting, use and misuse, and court interpretations.
Catastrophe Risk Management
Understanding the Language of Seismic Risk Analysis
2003-07-01 | Nathan C Gould
Catastrophe Risk Management
Quantifying the Risk for Progressive Collapse in New and Existing Buildings
2003-03-01 | Nathan C Gould
Catastrophe Risk Management
Earthquake Performance of Nonstructural Components
2003-01-11 | Nathan C Gould
