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In Search of Standards for Totaled Auto Claims Software

Tim Ryles | September 1, 2022

When it comes to setting standards for the use of computer technology in insurance, Tim Ryles points to the lack of regulator ability to adequately do so.

Reinsurance

Privity of Contract in Reinsurance

Larry Schiffer | September 1, 2022

Larry Schiffer examines privity and the legal and statutory exceptions that allow direct rights of action against reinsurers.

Claims Practices

Insured's Release of Insurer Defeats Claim of Third Party

Barry Zalma | August 5, 2022

An assignment of claim against insurers after insureds sign a release is worthless. Barry Zalma relates the case.

Subcontractor Performance Risk

Green Building Means Go

Cheri Hanes | August 5, 2022

Many contractors have been on hold when it comes to sustainable construction. Cheri Hanes offers support for your journey to a greener future.

Communication

Improve Operational Efficiency with Mobile Solutions and Communication

Stokes McIntyre | July 29, 2022

Stokes McIntyre looks at ways to increase productivity on the construction jobsite.

Current Trends and Issues

Auto Markets and Settlement of First-Party Totaled Vehicle Claims

Tim Ryles | July 29, 2022

Introducing the wrong statistical technique can skew auto valuation. Tim Ryles explains.

Liability Insurance

Do Trade Names Limit CGL Coverage?

Craig Stanovich | July 22, 2022

Craig Stanovich relates a recent Massachusetts case that appears to restrict named insured coverage.

Construction Safety

Construction Safety Beliefs Regarding Hazards and Risk Matter

Peter Furst | July 22, 2022

Peter Furst explains why only safe work practices must be acceptable to construction supervisors and their organizations.

Intellectual Property

Is Your Brand Protected?

Sanford Warren | July 22, 2022

Sanford Warren warns of the importance of maintaining and protecting underlying trademarks and brands.

Construction Safety

Suicide in Construction: The Long Emergency

TJ Lyons | July 21, 2022

TJ Lyons relates information and advice learned at a recent conference and provides tips for ways to combat this epidemic.