Specialty & Surplus Lines
The surplus lines market plays a critical role in the insurance ecosystem by providing coverage for hard-to-place and specialized risks. For WSIA’s 2020 Annual Virtual Marketplace from September 10-17, read up on the unique lines and market trends impacting the specialty and E&S industry.
January 16, 2020
D&O coverage insights for organizations in 2020"It is a tough time to be a director or officer of a company," says USI's national D&O practice leader, Andrew Doherty.
December 03, 2019
Year in review: 2019 and the flood insurance industryThree factors, in particular, have influenced the evolution and growth of the flood insurance industry this year.
October 16, 2019
Today's marine shipping risks demand agent, broker expertiseThe more goods are shipped by sea, the greater the risks as well as the opportunities for ocean marine insurance agents and brokers.
September 23, 2019
A look at WSIA after two yearsWithout the wholesale, specialty and surplus lines industry, new businesses would be uninsured.
September 16, 2019
2019's Excess & Surplus market is a different animalThe E&S market has a well-earned reputation for creativity and flexibility.
September 11, 2019
Why do nonprofit organizations need D&O insurance?There are certain risks associated with not having D&O insurance that all nonprofits should understand.
September 20, 2019
Surplus lines: Moving on upCheck out the midyear premium growth reported by Excess & Surplus (E&S) stamping offices nationwide.
September 23, 2019
Surplus lines market conditions begin to hardenIn 2019, E&S specialty insurance brokers are working harder than ever. Here are the top 25 surplus lines groups in the United States, according to AM Best.
September 04, 2019
Insurance coverage in the wake of the Child Victims ActPolicyholders should be aware of key considerations and best practices to maximize coverage in sexual abuse cases.
August 21, 2019
Insurance coverage options before ransomware attacksIn the case of a ransomware attack, insurers and insureds need to understand which party decides whether such payments are to be made.