Insurance Industry

Building the Next Generation of Insurance Experts: How the PRC Designation Is Bridging the Industry’s Talent Gap

The PRC acts as an introduction to brokering insurance, giving candidates the baseline knowledge they need to become specialized in their career.

Climate Change Drives Executive Stress as Business Leaders Navigate Growing External Threats

Philadelphia Insurance Expands Small Business Solutions with New Digital BOP Platform

The Silent Threat in Your Air: Mold and Air Pollutants — and How to Guard Against Them

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Make Sure Your Data Recovery Firm Is Acting in Your Best Interests; A Smart Insurer Can Help

In mitigating cyber risk, work with an experienced insurance carrier that uses ethical vendors.

6 Ways AI Is Transforming Severe Weather Risk

Artificial intelligence has become a key weapon in responding to extreme weather events like hurricanes, flooding, drought and wildfires. 

5 People on the Move

AFL Insurance Brokers UK names CEO, Aon finds a U.S. vice chair, Hiscox announced the appointment of a Midwest regional executive and more in this edition of People on the Move.

Legal Roundup: Drug Price Fixing Under Scrutiny, Wildfire Victims Reach Settlement, Justice for Pooey Puitton and More

A look at recent court decisions and how their rulings have an impact on risk management and the insurance industry.

6 People on the Move

Carisk brings on a new SVP, a CFO is selected for Relation Insurance Services, RT Specialty promotes a senior account manager and more in this edition of People on the Move.

With $1B at Stake, Insurers Pressure NFL to Divulge What It Knew About Concussion Risks

The NFL and its insurance companies are locked in a battle over a $1 billion claim resulting from a class-action lawsuit brought by former players alleging the league hid the consequences of head trauma for years.

Is the Next NotPetya Already Here? Maybe, and Experts Are Worried

A worrisome new hacking operation is infecting software supply chains while going largely unnoticed.

Risk & Insurance Wins Two Prestigious Awards for Trade Coverage

Risk & Insurance® has received two national ASBPE awards for its coverage on Hank Greenberg and potential Black Swan scenarios.

Perspective│A Review of Captain James T. Kirk’s Insurance Options

Have you ever wondered how James T. Kirk was able to repair his damaged ship from week to week? He had some great insurance, no doubt.

Legal Roundup: NFL Head Trauma, Dam Accident Causes Strife, the Madoff’s in Court Again and More

A look at recent court decisions and how their rulings have an impact on risk management and the insurance industry.

Why This Litigator Is Happy to Be Back in the Insurance and Reinsurance Space

Thomas Zurek joined Schiff Hardin as counsel; here’s what he had to share about his new role.

Risk Matrix | Roundup Faces Litigation, Measles on the Rise, Chick-fil-A Banned and More

The quirky and profound ways in which insurance and risk management impact our lives.

4 Trends Driving Down Drug Costs in Workers’ Comp — And 3 That May Send Them Up Again

PBMs and payers are starting to get opioid prescribing under control, but new trends may threaten the progress made.

Your Next Catastrophic Risk? Hint: It Has Nothing to Do With Climate Change

Amped-up settlements and jury awards are creating upward pressure on the global liability market, while new technology offers an opportunity for insurers to be more proactive.

5 People on the Move

Texas Mutual gains a new chairman, Cannasure finds its senior underwriter, a VP of cyber joins Corvus and more in this edition of People on the Move.

82% of Insurers Say a Recession Is Coming. How Bad Might It Be?

The U.S. economy is primed for a recession in 2020 or 2021, so says 82% of the investment chiefs at the world’s largest insurance companies.

Coverage Gaps and Traps: One RIMS Session With the Know-How on All Things D&O

Board members are being held accountable for company-wide failure to curb misconduct and report incidents in a timely manner. This RIMS session is sure to help.

Trade Secrets Motion Against Amazon Health Care Venture Denied in Court; Litigation Likely to Continue

The Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, JPMorgan Chase health care venture is hitting a rocky start with allegations of stealing trade secrets.

This Is the Most Important Thing for Avoiding EEOC Disability Claims

Expansion of the types and range of accommodations requested calls for better communication between employees who have a disability and their employers.

2019 Rising Stars: Young Brokers Primed for Success

Coming from various backgrounds but unified by ambition, here are the 2019 Power Broker® Rising Stars.