National Underwriter Property & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management articles from March 2005

National Underwriter Property & Casualty-Risk & Benefits Management back issues from March 2005:

To merge makes sense.(Editorial Comment)(Editorial)

Mar 07, 2005;

Spitzer probe hammers MMC's results: broker loses $676 million in fourth quarter; plans to lay off another 2,500.(Fee Scandal Fallout)(Marsh and McLennan Companies Inc.)

Mar 07, 2005;

Analysts mixed on MMC future.(Critics' Corner)(Marsh & McLennan Companies)

Mar 07, 2005;

RIMS pushes for TRIA extension in Congress: risk managers see federal insurance backstop as vital for stability of terrorism cover.(Buyers On Board)(Risk and Insurance Management Society)(Terrorism Risk Insurance Act)

Mar 07, 2005;

White House mum on TRIA.(Senate Hearing Postponed)(Terrorism Risk Insurance Act)

Mar 07, 2005;

Liberty hikes pollution reserves $316 million.(The news: top stories of the week)

Mar 07, 2005;

Hurdles at ACE test mettle of CEO Greenberg.(Chief Executive Officer)

Mar 07, 2005;

Aspen emerges from London roots: Bermuda company stresses local presence.(Bermuda Market Report)(Aspen Holdings )

Mar 07, 2005;

Old Bermudians run into storm headwinds.(Bermuda Market Report)

Mar 07, 2005;

New Bermudians still strong after first test.(Bermuda Market Report)

Mar 07, 2005;

U.S. captives grow despite softening market.(Captive Review)

Mar 07, 2005;

Captives don't require regulator protection: self-insured risk should have their risks are financed.(Another Perspective)

Mar 07, 2005;

D.C. 'Wild Card' law boosts captives.(Captive Insurance Company Act of 2004)

Mar 07, 2005;

Owning vs. renting: which is best for you? Rent-a-captives can solve short-term problems or address immediate coverage needs.(Captive Review)

Mar 07, 2005;

Class action reform may hike settlements.(Litigation)

Mar 07, 2005;

What about employee suits?(EPLI Update)

Mar 07, 2005

RRGs in the market for captive managers.(Captive Review)(Risk Retention Groups)

Mar 07, 2005;

New rules can avoid problems with brokers.(RM Tools & Techniques)

Mar 07, 2005;

Calif. reforms meet stiff resistance: lawsuits, new legislation attempt to undermine Gov. Schwarzenegger's efforts.(News & Trends in Workers' Compensation)

Mar 07, 2005;

Welcome to WC!(New Section Launched)(worker's compensation)(Brief Article)

Mar 07, 2005;

WC softening, but Underwriters still rule: insurers pin hopes on reform in key states, but fear non-renewal of Terrorism Risk Insurance Act.(News & Trends in Workers' Compensation)

Mar 07, 2005;

Florida reforms keep the heat on WC rates.(workers' compensation)

Mar 07, 2005;

WC outlook grim without TRIA.(Expiration Looms)(Terrorism Risk Insurance Act)(Workers Compensation)(Brief Article)

Mar 07, 2005;

AWAC posts record earnings.(Bermuda Market Report)(Allied World Assurance Company)

Mar 07, 2005;

Productivity savings go beyond WC claims.(Another Perspective)(Workers Compensation)

Mar 07, 2005;

Texas tackles WC reform as expenses soar: legislators seek certified medical networks to help restrain out-of-control costs.(News)(workers' compensation)

Mar 07, 2005;

Truth on credit scoring will set consumers free.(Counterpoint)

Mar 07, 2005;

Apology accepted?(Marsh Advantage America and Aon Corp tender apologies for members behavior)

Mar 14, 2005;

Aon settles probe for $190m; CEO apologizes for conflicts.(Spitzer Strikes Again)

Mar 14, 2005;

What did Aon agree to do?(Terms Of The Deal)

Mar 14, 2005;

NCOIL proposes broker disclosure rule: agent, insurer groups praise state lawmakers for 'responsible' approach.(Challenge To NAIC)(National Association of Insurance Commissioiners)(National Conference of Insurance Legislators)

Mar 14, 2005;

House TRIA bill would boost retention.(Necessary Tradeoff?)(Terrorism Risk Insurance Act)

Mar 14, 2005;

Avg. renewal flat in February.(Market Barometer)(Brief Article)

Mar 14, 2005

Citigroup failure undermines synergy claims: merger that drove GLB passage exposed inherent flaws in bank-insurer combos.(Best Laid Plans)

Mar 14, 2005;

Privacy rules: a success?(Analytical view of privacy provisions)

Mar 14, 2005;

Have agency acquisitions paid off for banks? Wild-card issue is expectations for cross-selling insurance to banking customers.(Agency Best Practices)

Mar 14, 2005;

Insurer-related banks expand agent arsenal: new products expand portfolio, tighten grip on clients, provide growth capital.(New Opportunities)

Mar 14, 2005;

Ceasefire possible in court battles with banks: federal court ruling striking down Massachusetts restrictions might be last skirmish.(Massachusetts Bank and Insurance regulators)

Mar 14, 2005;

InsurBanc helps agents while turning a profit.(Banks and insurance go hand in hand)

Mar 14, 2005;

M&A workshop on tap for May.(Agent-Bank Combos)(Brief Article)

Mar 14, 2005

Spitzer says Aon Steering froze out AIG: contingency deals with other carriers drove broker placements, suit alleges.(Aon Corp accused of fraud in brokerages)

Mar 14, 2005;

General Re reveals probes, legal action: SEC, Spitzer looking into finite insurance deals.

Mar 14, 2005;

Minnesota AG targets Willis for billing records.(Document Demands)(Brief Article)

Mar 14, 2005;

Anonymous disclosures may defeat the purpose.

Mar 14, 2005;

Replacing a legend.(Maurice Greenberg steps aside as CEO of American Insurance Group Inc)

Mar 21, 2005;

AIG still solid despite loss of Greenberg, analyst say.(American Insurance Group Inc undeterred with the exit of Maurice Greenberg)

Mar 21, 2005;

AIG's regulatory woes.(American International Group Inc case studies)

Mar 21, 2005;

TRIA must change or die, insurers told: Oxley cites opposition from DeLay to extension of current federal backstop.(Mike Oxley doubts Terrorism Risk Insurance Act extension)(House Financial Services Committee)

Mar 21, 2005;

Regulators agonize over broker fee rules.(Timeframe not set for regulations)

Mar 21, 2005;

Risks build as health club sector booms; evolution from 'muscle clubs' to family-centers create new exposures.(Underwriting risks grow along health clubs)

Mar 21, 2005;

Express quotes for express clubs.(Healthy Growth)(Brief Article)

Mar 21, 2005;

Health clubs show healthy growth.(Growth Statistics)(Brief Article)

Mar 21, 2005

Most insurers get cold feet on ski risks; despite legal protections and safety improvements, market remains limited.(A look at liability for skiing accidents)

Mar 21, 2005;

E&S/specialty lines directory.(Buyers guide for insurance coverages)(Buyers Guide)

Mar 21, 2005

Tattooed bikers pay less for coverage.(Get Your Motor Runnin')

Mar 21, 2005;

No softening likely for whitewater risks: few insurers are game to cover river adventures, and premiums keep rising.(The Great Outdoors)

Mar 21, 2005;

Paddlesports industry tries captive route: risky self-insurance waters reveal lessons for future captive development.(Captive insurance under scanner)

Mar 21, 2005;

Insurers fight SARBOX-Like rules.(Property Casualty Insurers Association of America opposes National Association of Insurance Commissioners report)

Mar 21, 2005;

SMART debate looming.(House Financial Services Committee seeks NAIC imput)

Mar 21, 2005;

Mark your calendars.(Smart Schedule)(Calendar)

Mar 21, 2005

NAIC eyes overhaul of title insurance industry.(National Association of Insurance Commissioners concerned over insurance kickbacks)(Brief Article)

Mar 21, 2005;

NAIC delays action on use of property loss data.(National Association of Insurance Commissioners)

Mar 21, 2005;

Readers respond to Trembly Hacker columns.(Tech Letters)(Letter to the Editor)

Mar 21, 2005;

The 'Secret' to getting an editor's attention.(The Tech Guru)

Mar 21, 2005;

Time for tough love.(Howard Mills to regulate insurance)

Mar 28, 2005;