Jan./Feb. 2022 Issue

Opinion | Workers’ Comp Is Capable of Ameliorating the Spanish-Speaking Nurse Shortage. So What Are We Waiting For?

A need for more Spanish-speaking nurses could be solved by the workers’ comp space.

Opinion | It’s Time to Celebrate the Best of the Best in Insurance Brokering

Recent Building Fires in Philly and New York Are a Wake Up Call. How Risk Management and Insurance Can Derive Solutions

Learn How WTW’s Jay Berg Builds Brilliant Risk Management Teams

Risk & Insurance News + Notes: Swiss Re’s 2021 CAT Report Is Out, BNC Sued Over Discrimination and More

Jan./Feb. 2022 Issue

Opinion | Workers’ Comp Is Capable of Ameliorating the Spanish-Speaking Nurse Shortage. So What Are We Waiting For?

A need for more Spanish-speaking nurses could be solved by the workers’ comp space.

Opinion | It’s Time to Celebrate the Best of the Best in Insurance Brokering

It’s time to celebrate the best in insurance brokering with the 2022 Power Broker winners and finalists.

Recent Building Fires in Philly and New York Are a Wake Up Call. How Risk Management and Insurance Can Derive Solutions

The building fires in both Philadelphia and New York should serve as a wake up call: housing reform is urgently needed.

Learn How WTW’s Jay Berg Builds Brilliant Risk Management Teams

Specializing in mergers and acquisitions gives Jay Berg an expansive view of who is on his team.

Risk & Insurance News + Notes: Swiss Re’s 2021 CAT Report Is Out, BNC Sued Over Discrimination and More

The latest happenings in the news that could impact the insurance industry.

The Opioid Saga Continues: America’s Big Pharmacies Are Under Court Scrutiny This Time

The big pharmacies in the U.S. are next in line for opioid crisis scrutiny as more and more states sue responsible parties.

Here’s the Best Strategy to Manage Claims. Hint: It’s a Little Bit Traditional and a Whole Lot of New

From establishing solid communication processes to utilizing technology while integrating a personalized touch, today’s claims handling is a melding of innovative strategies and long-standing approaches.

Must Analytics and Workers’ Comp Reach the ‘Finish Line?’ Here’s Where They Can Come Together to Manage Risk

Uses for big data and predictive analytics in workers’ comp are growing. But will adjusters buy-in? 

From Farm to Table, Here’s How Technology Is Being Used to Push Back Against the Threat of Foodborne Illness

Tracing foodborne illness throughout a global supply chain can be challenging. These tech tools can help.

Insurance Company on the Hook After Court Deems Coverage Not in Excess to Another Carrier

When one company is sued by a former employee, the court is tasked with deciding which insurance policy will pay out.

Health Care Captives Are Finding a Steady Home in the Caymans. Guess What? So Are Workers’ Comp, Property and GL

The Cayman Islands are the current market leader for health care captives.

Is Ransomware Protection Even Plausible? Here’s What the Experts Say

The average ransomware payment has climbed 62% since 2020 and insurance appetite for the risk is waning. What is a risk manager to do?

County of Kent Risk Manager Stephanie Lee Shares Her Journey to Risk Management, the Top Concerns for the Industry and More

County of Kent risk manager Stephanie Lee shares her journey to her current role and what top concerns will be important for the public sector in 2022.

Perspective | How Insurance Underwriters Can Be Reasonable When the Government Is Not

2021 was a very bad year, and it came to a head when columnist Roger Crombie faced bankruptcy.

Environmental Coverage Is Becoming a Bigger Player in M&A Deals. Here’s Why It’s Becoming a Necessity

M&A deals are occurring on faster timelines just as buyer and lender awareness of pollution exposures are increasing.

Introducing the 2022 Power Broker Winners and Finalists

When a broker exudes creativity and industry knowledge, and has customer service in their blood, we call them Power Brokers.

The 2022 Workers’ Comp Power Brokers

This year, six brokers from across the brokerage field were named as the 2022  Workers’ Compensation Power Broker winners.

The 2022 Utilities Power Brokers

This year, six brokers from across the brokerage field were named as the 2022 Utilities Power Broker winners. An additional four brokers were named as finalists.

The 2022 Transportation Power Brokers

This year, six brokers from across the brokerage field were named as the 2022 Transportation Power Broker winners. An additional five brokers were named as finalists.

The 2022 Technology Power Brokers

This year, six brokers from across the brokerage field were named as the 2022 Technology Power Broker winners. An additional four brokers were named as finalists.