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Reinsurance

The Theory of Reinsurance

2022-12-13 | Larry Schiffer

Larry Schiffer explains why reinsurance is essential to the economy.

Captives

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.

Reinsurance

Reinsurance Arbitration—A Primer

2021-12-01 | Larry Schiffer

What's the difference between litigation and arbitration? Larry Schiffer provides a broad-strokes outline of the mysterious world of reinsurance arbitration.

Captives

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.

Captives

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.