Texas commissioner allows windstorm rate hike

Although welcome, some think it's not enough

Louisiana's special session

Despite protests, governor calls for 10-day session

Judge says water may be covered in New Orleans canal case

Ambiguities in policies could open the door

St. Paul to pull out of commercial accounts in New Orleans

Company's decision seen as a blow to recovery efforts

Private equity market bullish on E&S brokers

Growth opportunities, high cash flow look good to investors

Zurich agrees to terms to close multi-state bid-rigging probe

N.Y., Conn., Ill. tell four insurers no more contingent commissions

Insurers ask Supreme Court to overturn credit scoring ruling

Group says ruling opens door to increased litigation

4.4 million toys recalled after kids swallow magnets

Government seeks new voluntary safety standards

U.S., Japan agree to improve consumer product safety

Countries to share information to save lives, prevent injuries

It's the 'haves' vs. the 'have nots' in race for survival

Insurance technology competition drives out the weak

Agents' group offers Main Street agent ad campaign

PIA says ads are free to members, insurers

SPECIAL REPORT: Specialty Programs

As programs prove profitable, more players climb into the ring

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More punch for programs

As programs prove profitable, more players climb into the ring

Five keys to captive success

Creating a successful captive and managing over time

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P/C market responds to ID theft risks

More and more insurers offering protection

Innovations in information technology

Spur the need for up-to-date underwriters

International Insider

Chubbs' Ellis on global business property solutions

Personality plus or minus in sales

How to use a producer's unique personality traits in sales

Minding Your Business

Developing a sales and marketing plan, part two

Closing Quote: A state based safety net

State guaranty funds seen as best for consumers, industry