As Claims reaches that admirable milestone of 50 years in publication, it is normal to reflect on the many significant events that have affected and defined the industry. There is always a danger in trying to identify the most significant events over this period. Just as the passing of football legend Johnny Unitas precipitated many opinions and evaluations concerning the “greatest quarterbacks,” anyone presuming to be able to pick out such a list of events for the insurance industry is open to disagreement.
We have been faced with the challenge of identifying both substantial disasters, as well as recognizing the advances in technology and science that have affected the industry.
