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Claims Management

Reduce Claims To Improve WC Mod

2009-12-01

Manage workers compensation experience rating plans to curb expenses, per David Ackerman.

Claims Practices

Breach of Contractor's Warranty Defeats Coverage

2009-10-01 | Barry Zalma

To succeed in an insurance claim, be sure to obtain insurance certificates as required. Barry Zalma explains.

Courts and Coverage

Coverage Triggers and Duty-To-Defend Dilemmas

2009-10-01 | R Brent Cooper

The adoption of the actual injury rule in Texas creates issues with respect to the duty to defend, per Brent Cooper.

Personal Lines Claims

"Green" Building Claim Implications

2009-10-01 | Elise Farnham

Green construction has significance for loss adjusters even when their insurer does not issue green policies. Elise Farnham explains.

Claims Management

Workers Compensation Return-to-Work Programs: Cost Savers?

2009-08-01

Insurance savings can be achieved if done correctly. Glenn Brown explains.

Courts and Coverage

Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage and Anti-Stacking Provisions

2009-08-01 | R Brent Cooper

States are all over the board when it comes to UM/UIM anti-stacking statutes and case law. Brent Cooper reviews.

Claims Management

Reducing Workers Compensation Claims during a Layoff

2009-05-01

Lisa Hartman outlines the layoff issues risk managers face and suggests strategies to help guide them.

Claims Practices

Attorney Fees for Enforcement of Settlements in Florida

2009-05-01 | Barry Zalma

Barry Zalma relates cases permitting attorney fees where insureds must go to court to force claims settlement.

Courts and Coverage

Recent Cases Involving First-Party Claims

2009-05-01 | R Brent Cooper

Brent Cooper relates current homeowners, workers compensation, commercial property, and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage cases.

Courts and Coverage

Hurricane Ike and First-Party Litigation

2009-04-01 | R Brent Cooper

Brent Cooper looks at the effect on insurance rating, underwriting, legislation, and litigation in the aftermath of Hurricane Ike.