Business Insurance articles from April 2007

Business Insurance archives from April 2007

Country expanding throughout Chicago and its neighborhoods.(Industry News)(Country Insurance and Financial Services)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Modest '06 cat losses break with trend.(catastrophes brings loss to insurance industry)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Willis Re opens Seattle branch, expands network.(Industry News)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

HSB covers public entities from lost tax revenues.(Three Questions)(Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co.)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Anthem BC&BS' 360 Health focuses on care coordination.(Industry News)(Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Connecticut)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Chubb online tool helps agents and brokers customize loss scenarios.(Industry News)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Cutting edge=Competitive edge.(Last Word)(insurance industry trends)
April 1, 2007

Thinking outside the cubicle; Courting young talent will require employers to redefine today's workplace.(Feature: Gatherings)
April 1, 2007

Science fact: Voice systems next step in customer contact.(Lloyds TSB Group PLC using voice recognition systems replacing its call centers)
April 1, 2007

Two-pronged approach aims to streamline surplus lines regulation.(Cover Focus: Specialty Markets)
April 1, 2007

AMS releases enhanced software for producers.(Tech Focus)(AMS Producer Plus)(AMS Services Inc.)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

In Focus.(insurance industry and corporate giving)
April 1, 2007

AIG launches terrorism exposure unit.(Industry News)(American International Group Inc.)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Where to draw the line; New exposures, increased competition, rising loss severity complicate the physicians' liability market.(malpractice insurance)
April 1, 2007

Face time; Human connection separates one company from the crowd.(Feature: Perspective)
April 1, 2007

Casting an eye on Generation Y.(First Word)(Editorial)
April 1, 2007

The Quote.(Industry News)
April 1, 2007

APIW honors Mitchell as Woman of the Year for industry achievement.(Industry News)(Platinum Underwriters Reinsurance Inc.)(Association of Professional Insurance Women Inc.)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Guy Carpenter publishes manual on ERM practices.(Industry News)(enterprise risk management )(Brief article)
April 1, 2007

Turning up the Pressure: Current conditions and new opportunities in the softening market; Specialty lines insurers feeling the squeeze as competition heats up.(Cover Focus: Specialty Markets)
April 1, 2007

D&O market competition driving down prices.(Cover Focus: Specialty Markets)(directors and officers liability insurance)
April 1, 2007

Expanded war risk exclusions held at bay by soft market.(Sector Briefing: Aerospace)
April 2, 2007

Bestseller's theory may be fact or fancy, but it's not plagiarism.(End Page)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Stable costs drive gains at managed care firms; Disciplined pricing expected to continue through 2007.(News)
April 2, 2007

Reinsurers report strong results, but prices expected to fall in 2007; Low losses last year means more capacity for buyers this year.(News)(Survey)
April 2, 2007

Cash balance plans not biased against older workers: Court; Discrimination issue remains unresolved with rulings pending.(News)(Paso Corp.)
April 2, 2007

AIRMIC to rank insurers on claims.(International News)(Association of Insurance and Risk Managers in Industry and Commerce)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Czech, Slovak buyers see rates plummet; E.U. membership brings more competition.(International News)
April 2, 2007

Ernst & Young settles charges in finite probe; AIG, PNC previously reached settlements with the SEC.(News)(American International Group)(PNC Financial Services Group Inc.)(Securities and Exchange Commission)
April 2, 2007

Consensus grows on liability limits for some terrorism losses; International group proposes liability caps for ground damage.(Sector Briefing: Aerospace)
April 2, 2007

MetLife sued over benefits for death of pitcher Lidle.(News)
April 2, 2007

ADA suits not just business.(End Page)(Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 )(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Market moves.(briefs)(Black/White & Associates Insurance Brokers)
April 2, 2007

Play by the numbers with fantasy insurance.(Commentary)(betting on insurance outcomes)(Viewpoint essay)
April 2, 2007

OCIL membership holds steady despite lower limits and rating.(News)(Oil Casualty Insurance Ltd.)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007... Byline: Rupal Parekh HAMILTON, Bermuda-The excess liability insurance unit of the OIL Group of Cos.-Oil Casualty Insurance Ltd.-also held its annual general meeting of shareholders last month, during which it elected new directors and...

EXITING OIL.(News)(ATMOS Energy Corp.)(American Electric Power Company Inc.)(Duke Energy Corp.)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

In brief.(News)(briefs)(Flagstone Reinsurance Holdings Ltd.)
April 2, 2007

Family entitled to comp benefits after worker killed while on leave.(News)(Ray Bell Construction Co. et al. vs. King)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Liberty Mutual to face charges; Judge denies motion to drop allegations of fraud, bid rigging.(News)(Liberty Mutual Insurance Co.)
April 2, 2007

Using best treatments to shape plan design; Some employers focus on effectiveness in setting coverage.(News)
April 2, 2007

California commissioner orders SCIF audit; Poizner also calls for changes at state-run workers comp fund in wake of executive firings.(News)(State Compensation Insurance Fund)(Steve Poizner)
April 2, 2007

Procedures faulted at Ohio comp bureau; Revisions proposed to prevent corruption cited in report.(News)(Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation and Industrial Commission)
April 2, 2007

AIRLINES SEE CLEAR SKIES AHEAD; Aviation insurance rates fall as capacity rises.(Sector Briefing: Aerospace)
April 2, 2007

Travel disruptions spawn compensation programs.(Sector Briefing: Aerospace)(JetBlue Airways Corp.)
April 2, 2007

Flight cancelations largely uninsured as airlines dismiss costly coverage; Groundings linked to weather, terrorism take billions off profits.(Sector Briefing: Aerospace)
April 2, 2007

Rival bills may derail mental parity effort; Employer groups oppose measure in House.(News)
April 2, 2007

OIL increases limits, adds coverage sectors; Moves follow departure of several members.(News)(Oil Insurance Ltd.)
April 2, 2007

House bill would doom mental health parity law.(Opinions)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Public cat fund popular, but far from a good idea.(Opinions)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

NBGH health plan effort puts the focus on evidence.(News)(National Business Group on Health)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Fidelity to revamp retiree programs, terminate DB plan.(News)(Fidelity Investments )
April 2, 2007

SUBSIDIARIES STILL IN SUIT.(News)(bid-rigging suit)(Liberty Mutual Holding Co. Inc.)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Value-based plan model in the works.(News)(Hewitt Associates Inc. )(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Federal safety rules don't pre-empt state law; Lack of guidelines is no defense shield, appeals court says.(News)
April 2, 2007

Crash of rare Ferrari no joke for Griffin.(End Page)(Eddie Griffin)(Ferrari Enzo)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

A mystery most foul.(End Page)(disappearance of treated sewage )(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Business interruption case highlights need for clarity.(Perspective)
April 2, 2007

Lloyd's earnings soar on low cats; Despite a stellar 2006, chairman warns 2007 may not be as profitable.(International News)(Lloyd's Life Assurance Ltd.)(Financial report)
April 2, 2007

On the web.
April 2, 2007

Online Poll at www.businessinsurance.com.(Opinions)
April 2, 2007

Audit recommendations.(News)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

Stock index [3/26 -3/30].(Stock Index)(Brief article)
April 2, 2007

On the web.
April 2, 2007

Corporate wellness programs help shape a better bottom line; Companies benefit as healthier workers file fewer claims.(Benefits Management)
April 9, 2007

Comings & Goings.(briefs)
April 9, 2007

Weighing the benefits of wellness; Cut-price health improvement efforts pay back dividends.(Benefits Management)
April 9, 2007

Building a wellness program from scratch.(Benefits Management)(Bowles Fluidics Corp.)
April 9, 2007

Antitrust commission calls for insurer exemption review; But bipartisan panel doesn't seek repeal of McCarran-Ferguson.(News)
April 9, 2007

Son's breast surgery was appropriate, court rules.(End Page)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

DIRIGO HEALTH 2.0.(News)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

Out with bologna and hot dogs; in with glazed salmon and soy; Produce company makes menu changes to boost wellness.(Benefits Management)(Dole Food Company Inc.)
April 9, 2007

County cuts deductibles for workers in program; Incentives key to building healthy workforce.(Benefits Management)
April 9, 2007

Day-to-day risks just as critical as the exotic.(Opinions)(workplace fatalities )(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

Subsidizing nutritious food to promote low-fat options.(Benefits Management)
April 9, 2007

Large employers setting HSA enrollment pace; Smaller groups, individual coverage grow at slower pace.(News)(health savings accounts)
April 9, 2007

Signposts on the way to a healthier lifestyle.(Benefits Management)
April 9, 2007

ANTITRUST RECOMMENDATIONS.(News)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

Head injury blamed on boss' husband.(End Page)(cases)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

AIG reups with Mets as homers back charity.(End Page)(American International Group Inc.)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

Which companies are the best? Cast your vote in 2007 BI awards; 2007 Readers Choice.(News)
April 9, 2007

WellPoint links staff bonuses to quality care; Plan couples pay with improvements in four key areas.(News)
April 9, 2007

Model pollution cover nearly ready; German liability plan not expected to back all possible exposures.(International News)
April 9, 2007

Forecasts anticipate more active Atlantic hurricane season.(News)(Brief article)
April 9, 2007

UP CLOSE: Darren Brown.(Comings & Goings)(Interview)
April 9, 2007