Tag: risk management

Year-End Insurance Review: Essential Steps for U.S. Policyholders

Complete guide for U.S. policyholders on year-end insurance reviews covering homeowners, auto liability, umbrella policies, deductibles, and valuable property scheduling.

Texas Home Insurance Market Faces Rising Costs and Legal Challenges

Texas faces rising home insurance premiums, increased claim disputes, and growing reliance on insurer safety nets amid diverse severe weather risks. Legal and regulatory factors shape market challenges.

California Appeals Court Limits Homeowner Liability in Insurer-Ordered Inspection Injuries

California court affirms Privette doctrine, limiting homeowner liability in insurer-ordered inspection injury cases and clarifying workplace safety delegation.

Vienna Insurance Group Sets Ambitious Growth Targets in Evolve28 Strategy

Vienna Insurance Group (VIG) unveils its evolve28 strategy with aims to increase gross written premiums by 23% by 2028 and improve profitability, focusing on Central and Eastern Europe expansion and enhanced operational programs.

Mercury Insurance Promotes Annual Policy Review for Risk Awareness and Client Alignment

Mercury Insurance urges clients to conduct annual insurance checkups to align coverage with life changes, enhancing risk awareness and policy compliance for personal and commercial lines.

AM Best Affirms El Aguila’s Ratings, Notes Stable Outlook and Parental Support

AM Best confirms El Aguila's A- Financial Strength Rating and stable outlook, emphasizing strong parental support, risk-adjusted capitalization, and improved underwriting performance in Mexico's P&C insurance market.

Hong Kong Deadly Fire to Increase Claims and Impact China Taiping Insurance

The Hong Kong high-rise fire leads to rising insurance claims and earnings impact for China Taiping Insurance, signaling tightened market conditions and premium increases in property insurance.

ACA Subsidies Key to Stabilizing U.S. Health Insurance Markets, Analysts Warn

ACA subsidies have significantly lowered health insurance premiums and expanded coverage; their expiration could trigger major premium hikes and reduce insured populations, destabilizing U.S. health insurance markets.

Hong Kong P&C Insurance Sector Faces Strain from Tai Po Fire and Weather Claims

Hong Kong's P&C insurance sector faces increased underwriting strain with higher combined ratios due to the Tai Po fire and ongoing weather-related claims. Reinsurance will absorb much of the impact amid competitive premium pressures.

Speeding Tickets Raise Auto Insurance Premiums by Up to 54% Across U.S.

Speeding tickets can increase auto insurance premiums by up to 54%, varying by state and insurer. Learn how violations impact risk assessment and strategies to manage surcharges effectively.