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January 2009   
Risk Management Magazine - Vol. 56 - Issue: 1, January 01, 2009 Treacherous Waters

To kick off 2009, we examine the collossal risk management failure of the financial sector and discuss how all those in the business of risk can best navigate the treacherous waters ahead. Robert Hartwig of III also weighs in on the continuing fallout that the financial crisis will have on the insurance industry.
RM Blog
 2008: The Year in Catastrophes
Monday Jan 5, 2009
One factor proves to be of major concern in terms of causing catastrophes.  ...read more

 
Features
 
  The Unseen Predator 
Given the enormity of the ongoing global financial crisis, risk managers must regroup and ask a fundamental question: "What kind of risk management did these organizations practice?"
 
  Emerging from Crisis 
Robert Hartwig discusses the insurance industry's good standing among financial firms in the crisis.
 
  A New Dawn 
Companies looking to expand into emerging European nations need to be aware of the unique risks.
 
  Overseas Insurers 
In an increasingly globalized insurance market, risk managers must understand the role of foreign insurers.
 
  Learning From Simpler Times 
In the first of a two-part feature on improving the claims process, we examine the lessons of the past.
 
  When the Bough Breaks 
Property owners and insurers could save millions every year by simply preventing avoidable tree falls.
 
  Bridging the Gap 
Recent case law supports the use of follow form excess liability insurance to address catastrophic claims.
 
 
Departments
 
  First Word 
Extreme sports are taken to a new level in some parts of the world.
 
  From the Pulpit 
Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy was finally released after 15 years. Was it worth the wait?
 
  Fine Print 
Anderson Kill & Olick's latest column discusses the importance of closely reviewing policies.
 
  World View 
As interest in the Latin American insurance market grows, new challenges emerge.
 
  Higher Ground 
As sea levels rise, small islands face an existential risk. The Maldives solution? Relocate the entire country.
 
  The High Seas of Risk 
Somali pirates have long been a threat. But in 2008, they brazenly marauded the seas at will.
 
  Three Ways to Cut Claim Costs Now 
In order to cut costs in a tough economy, risk managers need to be open to creative solutions.
 
  What Departing Directors Need to Know 
Directors and officers must understand their personal liabilities before leaving a company.
 
  Angels and Demons 
A company's reputation will shine brightest in toughest times.
 
  The Foreign Tax Man Cometh 
Local Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) compliance has always seemed a distant concern when buying international coverage. Not anymore.
 
  Datebook 
A survey of upcoming risk-related events.
 
 


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