Inside This Issue
		NATIONAL COVERAGE
	
Fitch Sees Growth, Profitability Continuing for U.S. Commercial Lines
	
Global Reinsurer Capital at All-Time High of $540 Billion: Aon Benfield
	
Independent Insurance Agents Find Some Pundits, Politicians in Washington Agree
	
10 Things to Know About Public Entities
	
Closer Look: The Rising Score of Youth Sports Head Injuries
	
IPCC Concludes Climate Change Is Irreversible, Effective Responses Needed
	
M&A Review: First Quarter Activity Soars
	
Special Report: Cyber Risks The Future of Cyber Insurance: Back to the Beginning
	
Cyber Coverage Demand Increased Significantly in 2013, Trend to Continue in 2014: Marsh
MIDWEST COVERAGE
	
Ridesharing Bill with Insurance Requirement Passes Illinois House
	
Nebraska Store Manager Who Was Shot to Get Workers' Comp Benefits
	
North Dakota Recovers $6.3M, Has All-Time High for Fraud Referrals in 2013
	
Michigan Retail Fraud Ring Busted; More than $3M Seized
	
Nebraska Court: Agent Breached Contract but Client List Not a Trade Secret
	
A Buyer's Market for Reinsurance
	
Confie Head Eyes Commercial Acquisitions for Rest of 2014
IDEA EXCHANGE
	
Growing Your Property Casualty Agency: Alan Shulman
	
5 Vital Elements Agents Should Review to Ensure Safer Live Events
	
The Specialized Risks of Special Events
	
Minding Your Business: Catherine Oak & Rachel Schoeffler
	
Closing Quote: Why Governors Are Concerned Over FIO Report
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