The Risk and Insurance Management Society Inc. praised the Department of Homeland Security for its recent adoption of private sector preparedness standards.
The wholesale price for generic drugs rose substantially less than for brand drugs, according to a report on medical spending for workers' compensation claims.
A recent ruling by the New York Court of Appeals opens the door for estates to sue attorneys, which could ultimately result in an increase in professional liability insurance premiums, predicts an executive.
Although there are still are no guarantees -- and the law can vary widely among jurisdictions -- a small measure of predictability is creeping into the area of punitive damages. Read about court decisions that may shape settlements in the future.
The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. was honored earlier this week with the 2010 Best Employers for Healthy Lifestyles award by The National Business Group on Health
Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. said it plans to offer Canadian $275 million (U.S. $268 million at the current exchange rate) senior notes at a fixed annual interest rate of 7.25 percent due by 2020.
Risk retention groups (RRGs) have an extra 15 business days, until July 15, to comply with holding company requirements and register with the state, if necessary, according to the South Carolina Department of Insurance.
British Petroleum's $20 billion fund to compensate Gulf oil disaster victims will pay quickly, eliminate trial lawyers' settlement cuts, and allow for BP's continued operations