Coverage & Policy Issues

Insurers have may have defenses. One problem: The bad guys know about the defenses.

Knowing about emerging risks before they occur can help carriers prepare for the inevitable claims that will arise.

It's also worth noting that some potentially costly losses, such as damage from flooding or sinkholes, are excluded from traditional policies.

Legal experts list a host of reasons for larger jury awards such as the $8 billion Risperdal verdict last week.

AXIS Capital will restrict insurance for both coal and tar sands projects and companies, becoming the first U.S. insurer to do so.

A South Dakota court is allowing a bad faith action to proceed after allegations the insurer mishandled a workers' comp claim.