The details of a fatal crash highlight the limitations of artificial intelligence, and the complexity of determining fault when machines are in charge.

Despite Amazon having its most successful shipping day in history, insurers are still grappling with the risks stemming from the conglomerate’s need for speed.

Employment tax revenue is just one sticking point in the fight over worker classification. Uber’s fate could signal an undoing of the gig economy business model – and a unique opportunity for insurers.

After an accident, it’s unclear whether Uber is liable for injuries incurred by passengers or if drivers — and yes, even the passengers themselves — are responsible.

This director of corporate operations believes risk management has done a great job of filling the talent gap, but it can do more to adopt helpful technologies into the fold.

Uber’s ability to identify its drivers as contractors and not employees has helped the ride-sharing app dodge liability claims. For the sake of rider safety, this needs to stop.

Auto insurance is the least profitable sector of the insurance industry, but Tesla aims to fix that for their brand by coming out with their own policy.

To protect thousands of traveling employees, FM Global’s VP of corporate risk management borrowed from strategies the company was using to protect clients.

All Star Josh Zimmet found the benefit of truck driver safety and invested in it for his company. Now they have better retention rates, higher recruitment and an overall better business.

A new report from NCCI found that self-driving cars could reduce workers’ comp claims costs. But many people remain afraid of the new technology.

The benefits of on-demand car rental are plentiful for both owners and renters. The challenge is addressing the new risks posed by the model.

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

Maron Impagliazzo, Vice President, EPIC Despite the legalization of recreational marijuana in California, growers and distributors have a hard time building their businesses, because few insurers want to take on their commercial auto exposure. The potential for theft combined with federal prohibition of cannabis makes transporting the goods a risk endeavor. But Maron Impagliazzo and… View Article

Fleet operators will want to examine their policies and procedures ahead of any employment practices claims.

Worldwide Facilities tripled in size in the past three years through acquisitions, organic growth and recruitment.

The deadly limo accident in Schoharie, N.Y, provides a somber reminder of the value of performing due diligence and conducting background investigations.

Some of the threats facing planes, trains and automobiles are ongoing, while others are just emerging.

An increasingly productive economy means more trade and demands more exacting logistics risk management.

Transporting young children is risky business. In this Q&A, an underwriting VP discusses solutions to minimize the exposures.

Facing Unique Rail Risks Railroads face unique risks within transportation. Property values are high, as is liability for the cargo carried, and regulations require a certain level of coverage. Now: cyber exposure. “We were worried about people trying to hack into our train control operation systems and concerned about theft of PII. We need someone… View Article