Inside This Issue
PRIMARY COVERAGE
Katrina, a year later, Editor's Note
Six in 10 businesses now buying terror coverage
More businesses opting for coverage in 2005
Developing a program from a book of specialized risks
'How to do it' for those who want to tackle new programs
Insurance Director Atterholt cultivates right climate
Indiana commissioner discusses business climate, market conduct, and more
Study hits states without helmet laws
Not wearing helmet contributes to death and injury rates
U.S. traffic deaths on rise
Fatalities reach highest level since 1990
Premiums remain flat in second quarter
But property premiums on upswing in hurricane regions
Guy Carpenter report examines impact of nanotechnology
Breakthrough carries both risks and potential rewards
Study urges better efforts to prevent teen worker injuries
Safety programs can significantly reduce injuries
Drain on Coastal population after the hurricanes
Study notes that people may have left permanently
MARKET FEATURES
Surplus lines professionals are taking care of business
NAPSLO President says education, regulation top the list
Surplus lines designation gets a face lift
Curriculum may be a good fit for retailers as well
Know thyself; insure thyself
E&O: an essential part of doing business
Closer Look: Medical Transportation
Putting the brakes on paratransit operator losses
Spotlight: Surety Bonds
IDEA EXCHANGE
To make insurance appealing, "Smash the Myths"
Better education is needed to attract the best and the brightest
Texas A&M finds disaster preparedness lacking
Critical steps being overlooked
Both employers, employees benefit from learning
Building on knowledge base is essential for success
Closing Quote: Mich. Supreme Court shows judicial restraint with asbestos decision
First post-Katrina court decision a victory for insurers
Leonard v. Nationwide decision breaks no new legal ground
IJ's Premier Education and Training Directory
Cultivating a management mentality
Outsourcing, capital growth, capacity key issues
Minding Your Business
Deal makers and deal breaker