The coronavirus has not only sickened tens of thousands of people, killed several hundred, and disrupted life for millions, but has also sharply impacted the second-largest economy in the world.
March 3, 2020
Advice for public – Basic protective measures against the new coronavirus
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Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. COVID-19 is still affecting most people in China with some outbreaks in other countries. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and protect others by doing the following:: Click here for the full article from the World Health Organization.
February 26, 2020
Insurance Coverage for Losses Stemming from the Coronavirus
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February 12, 2020
Can a ‘numbers guy’ with insurance DNA finally fix AIG?
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NEW YORK, Feb 12 (Reuters) – Peter Zaffino sat at 2 World Trade Center poring over financial reports on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, when the first plane struck a neighboring building. Zaffino, known by colleagues for his laser-like focus, remained at his desk as staff began fleeing.
January 8, 2020
Insurance Journal’s Top 10 Cyber Risk Stories of 2019
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Cyber risks were cited as the top concern among businesses of all sizes in 2019, according to a Travelers report released in October.
December 30, 2019
Notre Dame Fire Reveals Global Safety Lapse Over Dangers of Lead Dust
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PARIS (AP) — It took a blaze that nearly destroyed Paris’ most famous cathedral to reveal a gap in global safety regulations for lead, a toxic building material found across many historic cities.
November 27, 2019
A day after burglars made off with priceless jewels from a German museum, pressure is growing on police to find the culprits. One big reason:
November 6, 2019
Juul disregarded early evidence it was hooking teens
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(Reuters) — The San Francisco startup that invented the groundbreaking Juul e-cigarette had a central goal during its development: captivating users with the first hit.
October 31, 2019
Industry Applauds House Panel Backing of Terrorism Reinsurance Renewal
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Insurance carriers and agents are applauding a House committee vote advancing a bipartisan measure to renew the federal terrorism reinsurance program.
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October 3, 2019
Tokio Marine Holdings Inc. has agreed to buy U.S. high net worth insurer Privilege Underwriters Inc. and its specialty insurance subsidiaries, known as Pure Group, for $3.1 billion (approximately JPY 325.5B).
October 2, 2019
Passengers sue United claiming kickbacks doubled the cost of travel insurance
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Travelers have jumped on board a class action complaint aimed at United Airlines over claims that the company pockets an illegal kickback from third-party insurers featured on its website.
September 19, 2019
How to file an insurance claim after a natural disaster.
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DEALING WITH THE IMPACT of a natural disaster such as a hurricane, fire or earthquake can be stress-inducing and traumatic. And though policyholders tend to expect insurance companies to seamlessly fix any natural disaster-related destruction once a claim is filed, that’s not always the case. In fact, consumers often make filing mistakes that cost them thousands of dollars. Without carefully reading the fine print, you may be underinsured or need to pay for coverage out of pocket.
August 28, 2019
Technology is the identity thief’s best tool
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Every year, millions of American consumers — nearly 7% of the population — are victims of scams and fraud. In 2017, the number of fraud victims in the US reached 16.7 million, with $16.8 billion lost.