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July 22, 2002
South Central Edition
Agency Management + Premium Finance

Surplus Lines, The Industry's Safety Valve

It is a rare occurrence today, but not so long ago tying down the safety valve was viewed as an acceptable way to improve a steam boiler's performance when demand peaked. The objective was to increase the boiler's output to meet demand that temporarily outstripped its rated capacity. The result all too often was just the opposite, a devastating ...

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Editor's Note: A Safety Valve

Editor's Note: A Safety Valve

Profits Fell, Losses Climbed for P/C Industry

How Retail Agents Can Best Use the Surplus Lines Industry

Damage from Texas Floods Could Top $1 Billion

Munich Re Creates a Stir With Reserves Announcement

Surveying the E&S Market with Swett & Crawford's Hartoch

Surplus Lines Industry Continues to Play its Role

The Surplus Lines Market—From Deep in the Heart of Texas

Prevent Water Damage with Monthly T.L.C. (Thorough Leak Checks)

Disparities Between House, Senate Bills Hold Up Terrorism Backstop

Parting Shots: E&S Professionals Meet Challenges with Innovative Solutions

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