While casinos on Native American lands face many of the same types of risks as other gaming facilities, there are some notable differencesincluding ones that result in lower losses.

Chartis has fortified its C-suite with the newly created role of chief science officer: Murli Buluswar has been tasked with assembling a team of thought leaders who together will identify global trends that will shape the insurance market over the next decade.

Effective risk management helps casinos beat the odds on multiple exposures.

Towers Watson launched the North American insurance industrys first data-sharing network for senior-level life, health and property and casualty risk officers.

Preliminary data shows no improvement in motorcycle fatalities in 2011 despite a strengthening economy and rising gas prices, says the Governors Highway Safety Association.

As a spokesman for State Farm, Jim Camoriano has worked the aftermaths of hurricanes Gustav and Ike in 2008 and has seen his share of tornado damage.

The sun shone on Bermudas reinsurers during the first quarter of 2012, but regulatory changes and cat losses still lurk in the water.

Insurer reps discuss the industry's response after last year's May 22 tornado that leveled Joplin, Mo.