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Workers Compensation Issues

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | May 19, 2021

Mark Walls and Kimberly George advise risk managers to define their narrative, recognize COVID-19 changes, and respond accordingly.

Communication

Shahin Aftabizadeh, Stokes McIntyre | May 14, 2021

Shahin Aftabizadeh and Stokes McIntyre explain the benefits of a mobile communication platform.

Construction Quality

Peter Furst | May 14, 2021

Peter Furst explores the benefits of the error-proofing approach on the construction process.

Defense and Settlement

Lyndon F Bittle | May 7, 2021

The insured's liability must be in excess of policy limits but can arise from a judgment or settlement. Lyndon Bittle relates the case.

Subcontractor Performance Risk

Cheri Hanes | May 7, 2021

In the wake of COVID-19 and bad weather, contractors and subcontractors need to communicate, reassess, and collaborate. Cheri Hanes explains.

Liability Insurance

Craig Stanovich | May 7, 2021

The current ISO CGL policy provides little pollution coverage. Craig Stanovich discusses the history and intricacies of the coverage.

Risk Mgmt. and Ins. Higher Education Scene

Brenda Powell Wells | May 7, 2021

The Value of a Mentoring Program—Dr. Brenda Wells looks back at the mentors that served her well and advises companies to formulate mentoring plans.

Workers Compensation Issues

Kimberly George, Mark Walls | May 1, 2021

Mark Walls and Kimberly George discuss jury trials and awards, bad faith, litigation funding, and legislative solutions.

Leadership at All Levels

Tricia Kagerer | April 23, 2021

Looking back and looking forward, Tricia Kagerer explains the importance of surmounting prohibition, inhibition, and bias.

Claims Practices

Barry Zalma | April 23, 2021

A false home loss estimate by a "consultant" that is adopted by an insured is fraud. Barry Zalma relates the case.