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Risk Management | Emerging Risks

P&C MARKET UPDATE: WHAT WE KNOW AFTER Q1

As we await the CIAB report, a few things have become clear. First, the property and casualty market continues to take separate paths. That is, property rates continue to decrease broadly over various industry rates, and casualty rates are increasing (…)

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PUBLISHED July 29th, 2025

Understanding and Preventing Fleet Fraud

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Fleet fraud refers to a host of deceptive activities that may occur amid the sale and operation of commercial vehicles and their individual assets …

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PUBLISHED April 28th, 2025

April Marks Distracted Driving Awareness Month

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The National Safety Council designates April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. This annual campaign is intended to raise awareness about the dangers of distracted …

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PUBLISHED April 15th, 2025

The Impact of Tariffs on the Commercial Insurance Market

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Tariffs refer to taxes on goods traded internationally. When imported goods reach a country’s border, its government collects tariffs, also called customs duties, based …

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PUBLISHED April 8th, 2025

Thoughts After a Deep Dive Into the CIAB Commercial Property/Casualty Market Report

Ryan Daniele, Kate Murray, and Jake Burris

After spending some time with the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers’ Commercial Property/Casualty Market Report for Q4 2024, a few things stood out …

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PUBLISHED March 25th, 2025

2025 Market Outlook: Commercial Auto Insurance

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For much of the past decade, the commercial auto insurance market has been challenging for both insurers and insureds—a trend that’s expected to continue …

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PUBLISHED March 13th, 2025

2025 Market Outlook: Commercial Property Insurance

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Moving into 2025, the commercial property insurance market appears to be stabilizing, and most renewals with favorable loss histories will see single-digit rate increases …

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PUBLISHED February 20th, 2025

Nonprofit Sector Trends to Watch in 2025

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To continue serving the public and fulfilling their missions, nonprofit leaders must proactively respond to emerging trends that impact their sector. In 2025, key …

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PUBLISHED January 28th, 2025

Verisk Estimates LA Wildfire Insured Losses at $28 to $35 Billion

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Verisk’s Extreme Event Solutions team has projected insured losses ranging from $28 billion to $35 billion for the Palisades and Eaton Fires that devastated …

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PUBLISHED December 3rd, 2024

The Value of Business Interruption Insurance

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When organizations face large-scale disasters or other unexpected losses, ensuring business continuity is often a top priority. Yet, various losses may make it challenging …

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PUBLISHED November 12th, 2024

Additional Coverages and Extensions Under the Business Income and Extra Expense Form

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When organizations encounter unexpected disasters, avoiding operational disruptions or temporary shutdowns may be challenging, and even brief closures can carry costly consequences. That’s where …

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PUBLISHED October 29th, 2024

The Rise of Nuclear Verdicts: A Case Study

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What Is a Nuclear Verdict? Nuclear verdicts refer to exceptionally high jury awards—generally, those exceeding $10 million. Such verdicts have become increasingly common in …

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PUBLISHED October 15th, 2024

Navigating Environmental Risks After Natural Disasters

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After a natural disaster has passed, the challenges businesses face are often just beginning. Although property damage, injuries and business interruptions directly caused by …

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