Insurance Industry

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

More than two-thirds of executives feel more stressed in 2025 than the prior year—driven in part by the rising frequency and severity of extreme weather events. Insurance experts say proactive planning and comprehensive coverage strategies can help businesses build resilience against these growing environmental 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

How Life Science Companies Can Prepare for New EU Regulations
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The Red Hook Fire Art Loss: A Case Study for Knowing Who Your Insurance Broker Is

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Managing Agendas

Preaching doesn’t change cultures; systems do.

Oklahoma Opt-Out Law Ruled Unconstitutional

A state commission panel ruled that the appearance of equal treatment under the dual system was no more than a ‘mirage.’

Slaying the Dragon

Risk managers struggle and succeed in placing cyber coverage.

Whiplashed by Claims

Fraudulent whiplash claims after a motor accident run rampant in the UK.

Legal Spotlight

A look at the latest legal cases impacting the industry.

Cyber Captives Increasing

Captives offer customized solutions, but quantifying cyber risk is a challenge.

Power Brokers of Negotiation

In a record year for M&As, the 2016 Power Brokers excelled at marrying risk management cultures and firming up carrier relationships.

Dreams of Solvency

Roger Crombie unloads on the regulatory regime he loves to hate.

Legal Spotlight

A look at the latest decisions impacting the industry.

Transparency’s Promise 

Claims of transparency abound but obfuscation persists. It falls upon risk managers to ensure their companies are getting what they pay for.

Risk, Disrupted

The disruptive influence of evolving risks has the potential to drive innovation in the insurance industry and beyond.

Use Caution When Taking on Large Deductible Policies

A new report offers practical advice for employers considering a large-deductible workers’ comp policy.

Deadline Nears for NWCDC Speaker Proposals

Time is almost up for submitting speaker proposals for the 2016 National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference & Expo.

A Solution to Cyber Risk Assessment

A new schema will create a standard way for insurers to gather data on cyber exposure.

On the Front Lines

Insurers are working with their clients — and their own organizations — to reduce carbon footprints and better manage climate change.

Challenges Hedged with Optimism

Industry forum panelists acknowledged cyber security and investment income challenges, but saw growth opportunities in 2016.

Modest Impact Anticipated

Insurance companies have long struggled with poor investment yields, but the recent hike will probably do little to help.

No One Wants To Believe the Data

How a smart shirt and lifting weights can trump Big Data.

Workers’ Comp Renewals Stable for 2016    

While insureds with losses can expect an increase, others can look forward to level pricing or even modest discounts.

Challenges Ahead for Insurers and Brokers

Fitch Ratings expects deteriorating earnings for insurers and only modest improvements for brokers.