Supreme Court Nixes Bid to Bypass Federal Court on Class Actions March 19, 2013 By Andrew G. Simpson A plaintiff seeking class action status for a claim may not bypass federal court for a friendlier state court by...
Survey: Rate Increases Ahead for Architects, Engineers Despite Stable Market March 19, 2013 For the second consecutive year, the insurance market for architects and engineers professional liability insurance continued its firming trend as...
Expected Small Airports’ Tower Closures Raising Safety, Insurance Concerns March 19, 2013 By Anna Louie Sussman When landing a plane amid birds, bobcats or alligators, it helps to have an air traffic controller on the lookout....
Senate Committee Approves SEC, Consumer Financial Bureau Chiefs March 19, 2013 By Emily Stephenson and Sarah N. Lynch A U.S. Senate panel voted to move forward two of President Barack Obama’s choices to lead financial regulatory agencies, but...
Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford Moving to ‘Next Level,’ Says CEO Esser March 19, 2013 By Charles E. Boyle On the last day of February, international independent broker Cooper Gay Swett & Crawford (CGSC) made some significant changes in...
More U.S. Than European Drivers on Phone: Study March 19, 2013 By Joan Lowy Distracted driving is more widespread in the U.S. than in Europe, according to a study that surveyed drivers about their...
Buffett’s Salary Unchanged After 25 Years March 18, 2013 Warren Buffett’s total compensation declined 14 percent last year to $423,923 as Berkshire Hathaway spent less on his security, but...
Markel Enhances Tenant Discrimination Policy March 18, 2013 Markel has revamped its tenant discrimination policy for property owners and managers. The newly enhanced form now offers a number...
Research Panel Recommends Steps to Help Mine Workers Escape in Emergencies March 18, 2013 By Vicki Smith Federal regulators and safety officials should consider requiring more backup air supplies and work to develop better breathing devices that...
Courtemanche Named Chairman, Boyd Division President for ACE Private Risk March 18, 2013 The ACE Group announced appointments in the company’s high-net-worth personal insurance business. Robert Courtemanche has been appointed as chairman of...