Ahead of RIMS’ annual conference in late April, we sat down with industry executives to see what trends they’ll be keen to discuss at the show.

The cyber threat is big, growing fast. That’s the scary news. The good news is cyber insurance is taking off with most stand-alone policies paying out.

One client saved $1.5 million by using captives as a reinsurance layer. Numerous industries could use this application.

Cyber crime is hitting its stride, while global political tensions add complexity to an already challenging cyber security environment.

Public entities see serious claims during winter months, but thanks to Marcus Henthorn and his Gallagher team, icy conditions don’t stand a chance.

A board that isn’t proactive in protecting against cyber attacks is a board vulnerable to regulatory fines, reputation damage and public scrutiny.

Technology has impacted business in good and bad ways. But it looks like the bad is starting to outweigh the good as tech advancements undermine goods and services.

The court was tasked with deciding whether a general liability or an auto liability policy would cover an underlying milk contamination suit.

European insurers have taken measures to withhold the backing of coal mines and other ventures that contribute to global warming. U.S.-based insurers have been less than outspoken on the topic.

The manufacturing industry has unique cyber exposures, and this risk manager knows it’s important to stay on top of the sector’s rapidly changing use of technology. 

While driving a rented U-Haul, a customer hit another vehicle. U-Haul’s claims handler received a signed statement admitting fraud upon review.

A little gray squirrel scampered onto the equipment of an electrical substation and caused an electric arc worth $200,000 in damages. But the insurance policy did not cover such an event.

The frequency and severity of mold claims have spiked in recent years. The biggest losses highlight the need for proactive risk management.

From traditional risks like safety and oil volatility to emerging exposures like climate change litigation, here are the top risks facing the sector today.

The rapid pace of change in homebuilding presents unique underwriting challenges, but close partnerships with contractors and an emphasis on loss control helps fill the coverage need.

Mid-sized companies need partners to give them an advantage when it comes to protecting against risks.

External auditors supposedly arrive after the battle is over and bayonet the wounded. But what are they really meant to be doing when they carry out an annual audit?