E&S/Specialty

Lawsuit Bill Could Be D.O.A. In SenateHouse seeks sanctions for 'frivolous' actions, but expect 'much tougher sledding' aheadBy Arthur D. PostalWashingtonLegislation imposing sanctions for ...

Products Verdict Median Hits $1 MillionAsbestos still a big-ticket problem, but transportation products top the listWhile asbestos products have been a major source of ...

Rep. Oxley To Retire In 2007By ARTHUR D. POSTALWashingtonRep. Mike Oxley, R-Ohio, announced last week that he would retire when his current term ends ...

U.S. Re Pitches New Terrorism FacilityQuasi-governmental, tax-exempt entity would be financed by insurer premiumsBy Arthur D. PostalWashingtonU.S. Re Group is gauging insurance industry and ...

Standards Drive London Market ReformBrokers, underwriters, regulators all on board in ongoing modernization initiativeLondon CorrespondentSpeeding up transactions and modernizing antiquated business practices have been ...

Hurricanes Should Shake UpInsurance Industry Status QuoLondon CorrespondentThe status quo in premiums, demand for coverage, rating agency assessments and modeling will all be shaken ...

Seeds Planted For Farm Insurance GrowthRise in insurable exposures fuel 43 percent written premium gain over last five yearsWe all know the rough outlines ...

Not All A-Side Policies Are EqualThere are different types of A-Side policies with dramatically different policy wording, so it's imperative that buyers understand what ...