Unprecedented levels of violence are occurring in areas of the world which were once presumed safe. Often overlooked is the impact these strikes have on the businesses sustaining them.
Month: January 2017
Top 10 global business risks, according to the Allianz Risk Barometer 2017
Across the Americas, fear of business interruption, cyber incidents and natural catastrophes are the three major concerns for businesses.
Trump pledges ‘big number’ on Dodd-Frank in anti-regulatory push
President Donald Trump stepped up his criticism of financial regulations on Monday, saying his administration is determined to go after the 2010 Dodd-Frank law.
Audis, VWs recalled for air bag defects, coolant-pump fire risks
Volkswagen recalling hundreds of thousands of cars and SUVs in the U.S., almost all of them Audi models, to fix two air-bag defects and coolant pumps that may overheat and cause fires.
N.J. federal court in Superstorm Sandy coverage case rejects insureds’ challenges
A federal district court in New Jersey, in a Superstorm Sandy coverage case, has ruled that a homeowner’s insurance company’s letter to its insureds amounted to an unequivocal denial of benefits.
Military tensions and government stability mark a year of political risk
If 2016 was packed with surprises, 2017 carries just as much political risk. The difference, according to a new report by Verisk Maplecroft, is that governments will be able to weather populist storms and any military flareups will likely fizzle.
Believe it or not: The ‘Coverage for Dummies’ Hall of Fame
Many people see liability insurance as a way to compensate them for their poor judgment. Take a look at some of the cases that made the “Coverage for Dummies” Hall of Fame.
Around the P&C insurance industry: Jan. 25, 2017
News from Distinguished, Insuritas, Axa and more.
10 trends expected to shape the casualty insurance market in 2017
A more aggressive insurance market, technology and changing workforce dynamics are expected to affect the casualty insurance market in 2017.
Auto manufacturers issue updated recommendations on auto scans
High tech cars require more complex repairs.