Even Monkeys Cannot Explain Why Companies Insist On Workers’ Compensation Waivers Of Subrogation Endorsements

Most state workers’ compensation laws, or cases construing them, allow the employer and its carrier to waive its right to subrogate against a third party that caused or contributed to an employee’s injury. The purpose of a subrogation waiver is not well understood and is a subject of some confusion in the marketplace.
August 30, 2019 Education & Training Subrogation Workers' Compensation

7 Insurance Giants Say Social Responsibility Is On Par With Shareholder Value

Joining dozens of CEOs of America’s biggest businesses, these insurance industry leaders acknowledged they are beholden to their communities more than their shareholders.
August 29, 2019 Education & Training Risk Management

Advice On How To Overcome Perpetual Second-Place Finishes

Great Insurance Jobs’ Cofounder Roger Lear is here to help you overcome obstacles to your career and job search. This month, he offers advice on how to overcome perpetual second-place finishes.
August 27, 2019 Education & Training

3 Ways Emotional Intelligence Helps You Succeed In Claims Handling

Claims handling can be a particularly emotional time. Displaying emotional intelligence, or being able to "read the room," is an important trait to possess in insurance.
August 26, 2019 Education & Training

Failure To Legalize Pot Isn’t Slowing Down The ‘Unstoppable Cannabis Train’

The cannabis market in the United States is growing like a weed, and for good reason. Thirty-three states have already legalized cannabis to some degree, and federal legalization of both medical and adult-use cannabis is expected to create $86 billion in additional tax revenue, according to a report from New Frontier Data.
August 21, 2019 Education & Training Legislation & Regulation Liability

Change: ‘Gradually, Then Suddenly’

The phrase “gradually, then suddenly” comes from Ernest Hemingway’s 1926 novel “The Sun Also Rises,” when Mike Campbell is asked how he went bankrupt. “Two ways,” he answers. “Gradually, then suddenly.”
August 19, 2019 Education & Training Risk Management Technology

Leap Of Faith: President Of Mediation Company After 25 Years In Claims

“Stay out of your comfort zone. That’s where the magic happens.” - That’s the golden nugget that Rebekah Ratliff swears by, and you might as well call her a magician for all she’s been able to achieve in her 28-year insurance career.
August 15, 2019 Education & Training Litigation

Perspective: The Illogic Of Reputational Risk

RIMS 2019 is behind us. Monte Carlo, its nominally more sophisticated and more business-like cousin, looms. These twin schmoozefests dominate the insurance year — at a cost.
August 14, 2019 Education & Training Risk Management

CLM Celebrates Biggest Universal Claims Certification Success

As we celebrate our biggest Universal Claims Certification (UCC) success to date with Texas Governor Greg Abbott signing into law our bill that provides better reciprocity for continuing education to UCC holders, I’m reminded that it is your thoughts and ideas that give our organization direction.
August 6, 2019 Education & Training Litigation

Beyond The Template: Write An Effective Reservation Of Rights Now And Avoid Trouble Later

When an insurer is uncertain if its policy covers the liability alleged against an insured, a reservation of rights letter allows the insurer to protect its right to deny payment for the insured’s liability. Many of us believe we know how to write an effective reservation of rights letter (thank you very much!).
August 2, 2019 Education & Training

Back In Session: A Preview Of Claims College’s School Of Claims Mediation

CLM’s Claims College opens its doors for another year of education beginning on Sept. 4, 2019, in Baltimore. With 10 schools spanning most business lines and education areas—seven of which require three years of attendance to earn the Certified Claims Professional (CCP) designation—Claims College continues to push its higher education goals.
July 30, 2019 Education & Training

A Tragic Amputation In The Workplace, What Comes Next?

This fall at the National Workers’ Compensation and Disability Conference & Expo, learn more about how to help workers with amputation injuries, without spending more than you need to for optimal care.
July 25, 2019 Education & Training Workers' Compensation

How Dutch Stormwater Management Could Mitigate Damage From Hurricanes

Recent hurricane seasons have been vicious, last year’s killed more than a hundred people and inflicted more than $50 billion dollars in damages. The country is still deep in recovery and this year’s storm season is already underway.
July 22, 2019 Catastrophe Education & Training Property Risk Management

Driving Forces For Insurance Diversity And Inclusion: Social Media And Millennials

Bobbie Goldie describes herself as “one of insurance’s biggest cheerleaders”. She has over 25-years of industry experience across broking, underwriting and claims handling, with particular expertise in cyber liability, professional liability, directors & officers liability, employment practices liability, and crime.
July 17, 2019 Education & Training

For Best Outcomes In Workers’ Comp Claims, Address Social Determinants Of Health

Getting the best outcomes for injured workers involves much more than just treating the actual injury. Their recoveries depend on a variety of additional factors; such as whether they have access to healthy food and clean water, their ability to travel to medical appointments and the extent of support they have.
July 17, 2019 Education & Training Workers' Compensation
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