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Population Surge Meets Storm Surge: Preparing Florida’s Growing Long-Term Care Homes for Inevitable Disaster

Skilled nursing homes and assisted living operators in states like Florida are masterful improvisers, but an uptick in newcomers will require these professional caregivers to leverage the power of community more than ever before.

Investigating Every Worker Injury Is a Smart Strategy — but Its Success Depends on Preparedness

Rumors of Retail Insurance Brokers’ Demise Are Greatly Exaggerated, but to Remain Indispensable, They Must Embrace Insurtech

Rising Star Giles Harlow on His Career Beginnings and His Work in the Bermuda and London Markets

Tackling the Adjuster Shortage: How CorVel University Is Training the Next Generation of Claims Talent

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Remote Loss Adjusting Vs. Boots on the Ground: Why Both Are Crucial for Top-Notch Claims Performance

Claims professionals are no stranger to catastrophe and disruption. It’s imperative that the claims process continues to expand its risk strategies in spite of hurdles, starting with fostering relationships and utilizing technology.

These Workers’ Comp Pros Are Teaming Up to Address the Talent Crisis

In an effort to address the workers’ comp talent gap crisis, The Transitions launched its year-long webinar series. Experts from the workers’ comp industry plan to delve into various solutions to attract a new generation of talent. 

Restaurant’s COVID-Related Business Interruption Claim Passes in Court

COVID-related business interruption claims are gaining traction in court. What will that mean for insurance in the long-term?

Powering People with Technology to Close Gaps Across the Life of a Claim

Advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP), along with data analytics and system integration, support stronger claims processes that bring out the best of what claims teams can offer injured workers.

Legal Roundup: Subway’s in a Tuna Scandal, NJ Transit Settles Case After Sandy Damages and More

The latest court filings and cases that will have an impact on the risk management and insurance industry.

The Need for a New Telemedicine Insurance Product Is Here. So Where’s the Product?

Telehealth is likely to remain a main avenue for receiving health consultations. It is also likely to experience hiccups along the way. Insurers need to accept both realities. 

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The Hartford’s Susan Johnson Weighs in on the Hot Button Issue of Diversity and Inclusion

Susan Johnson, chief diversity and inclusion officer for The Hartford, explains how the industry is responding to 2020’s global calls for equality by diversifying hiring and building more inclusive corporate cultures.

5 People on the Move

Chubb announces three new appointments, Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty names environmental practice group leader, Transparent Health Marketplace hires Angie O’Connell.

How This Case Manager Is Using Her Skills to Help Health Care Workers Cope with Burnout

COVID-19 is increasing burnout amongst health care workers. This case manager is trying to help them cope.

Short Selling, GameStop and What Risk Management Has to Say About It All

As the GameStop stock scandal continues to make news, risk managers are forced to change their approach to alleviate future damage.

A Year Into the Pandemic, Don’t Fall Behind by Failing to Assess Work-From-Home Risks

Many workers are celebrating an extensive work-from-home option, but physical and mental injuries may go undetected.

3 Ways to Address Cyber Risk and the Pandemic: What You Must Do to Keep an Eye on This Expanding Risk

Identification, education and knowledge will help everyone across the organization — from the top down — create a safer cyber security culture.

One City, Its Insurer and the Risk Management Team Argue Over Responsibility of Wrongful Conviction Suit

When a man is exonerated after 20 years for a crime he did not commit, he seeks restitution from the city that put him behind bars.

7 People on the Move

Chubb announces new hires, Tom Clark named executive vice president of Ryan Specialty Group and International Re and Cimarron Insurance announce partnership in this People on the Move.

4 Reasons Why the Opioid Crisis Still Needs Our Attention

The opioid misuse crisis continues to negatively impact the lives of patients while costing our health care system billions of dollars. This is why it still deserves our focus.

This Engineer-Turned-Risk-Manager Talks New Technologies, Collaboration and Working in the Construction Industry as a Woman

AXA XL’s Rose Hall shares how she transitioned from engineering to risk management, what it takes to make it in the construction industry as a woman and why she’s glad the industry is moving from risk transfer to risk management.

D&O Price Increases Sting in a Hardening Market. Adopting ESG Best Practices Can Reduce the Pain

As investors and the public put a greater focus on ESG issues, businesses need to make sure their practices align with their values statements lest they open themselves up to liability issues.

Business Interruption, Cyber Breaches and Political Unrest: How COVID-19 Exacerbated Pre-Existing Risks

In their annual risk report, Allianz reported that the risk of pandemic outbreak skyrocketed to the top of 2020’s largest risks. Other risks that are usually ranked high, including business interruption and cyber risk, became even more prominent amid COVID-19. 

Legal Roundup: Judge Rules Amazon Can Restrict Parler, Convicted Opioid Executive Pays $5 Million and More

The latest court filings and cases that will have an impact on the risk management and insurance industry.

8 People on the Move

Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty announces new hires and GreenKite Associates names advisory board members in this edition of People on the Move.