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Going Beyond the Headlines with Global Risk Management
Despite an ongoing economic recovery in the United States and around the world, countries like Brazil, Thailand and Kenya are experiencing heightened levels of risk
Risk Headlines
Climate Change and its Impact on the Insurance Industry
Given that severe weather always has been a driver of property and casualty claims, it is no surprise that the insurance industry is carefully considering the impact of climate change.
P/C Pricing Inching Down for 2015
After almost three years of premium increases, the property/casualty market may be softening.
Upswing in Construction Enhances Liability
Commercial construction may be on the rise, but so are contractors professional liability concerns.
Seven Steps to Build Consumer Trust
Preventing reputational crises begins with realizing that transparency is no longer optional.
The Return of Integrated Disability Management
A 20-year-old concept may finally be gaining traction as a tool to address workforce health risks.
No Accounting for Taste
For those with less adventurous appetites—or just a healthy instinct for self-preservation—novelty flavors beg a simple question: Why would anyone make these?
Drone Power
According to a new study, about 40,000 drones are expected to be in use in 2015, but a few challenges still need to be addressed.
Lightning Strikes on the Rise?
By 2100, scientists predict lightning strikes in the continental United States will increase by 50%.
Insurers Unprepared for Climate Risks
Only about half of property/casualty insurers are comprehensively addressing climate risks.
Avoiding Headaches with Certificates of Insurance
Certificates of insurance may be common but may states have issued regulations governing their proper use.
Insurance Coverage for Risks Associated with the Ebola Outbreak
Prudent measures to mitigate potential financial losses stemming from Ebola or other infectious disease outbreaks should include a review of existing insurance coverage.
The Implications of Ebola for the Workforce
Employers need to be aware of certain legal and financial issues related to the Ebola epidemic.
Improving Global Supply Chain Sustainability
The Rana Plaza factory collapse in Bangladesh has spurred safety reforms in the apparel industry.
The Human Factor Risk of Athletic Scandals
Athletes make for exciting spokepeople, but sometimes their scandals become the company’s.
Year in Risk 2014
A host of events, including natural and man-made disasters, episodes of corporate malfeasance, and new tech challenges, helped define the risk management landscape in 2014.
