April 4, 2011
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Big "I" Issue (with Young Agents Survey), Entertainment / Sports / Special Events, Directors & Officers Liability
In this Issue
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Business MovesBusiness Moves
Maritime General Agency Maritime General Agency formed a new business... -
FeaturesCalif. Senators Introduce National Earthquake Legislation
U.S. Sens. Dianne Feinstein and Barbara Boxer, both D-Calif.,... -
DeclarationsDeclarations
Thumbs Up For FIO Leader "As Director of the FIO, it will be vitally... -
FeaturesA Dog Eat Dog World
The American Association of Insurance Services is filing three... -
FeaturesFleecing the Famous
Actor Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, have filed a lawsuit... -
FeaturesHeading to Hawaii
GeoVera Insurance Co. has launched a residential windstorm-hurricane... -
FeaturesHow Extensive Will the FDIC’s Claims Against Failed Banks’ Outside Professionals Be?
If a lawsuit filed on Feb. 7, 2011, in the Northern District of... -
FeaturesIncrease in Temporary Staffing Business Signals Economic Recovery
For many businesses, 2010 was a year of transition. Companies began... -
Editor's NoteNo to D&O
Giant Berkshire Hathaway, which makes much of its money on insurance... -
FeaturesOregon Supreme Court: Negligence Claim OK, Despite Contract
The Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that a claim for property damage... -
People & PlacesPeople
Novato, Calif.-based Fireman's Fund Insurance Co. added Christian... -
FeaturesUnderwriters Address Political Risk Exposures in Wake of Crisis
The civil and political unrest in Egypt and other parts of the Middle... -
FeaturesWashington Governor Signs Bill to Improve Workers’ Comp System
Washington Gov. Chris Gregoire has signed a workers' compensation... -
FeaturesWiring in Faulty Drywall Homes Found to Be Safe
Federal safety officials have stopped recommending removal of all...
National Coverage
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Features2011 Second Quarter Schedule
April 6 The Perpetual Pipeline — The 4 P's of Producer Success... -
FeaturesBusiness Income: It’s Really Easy
Few insurance coverages illicit such fear or visceral reaction as... -
FeaturesPreparing for the Hurdles Ahead
Think of what happened in the neighborhood travel agency the first... -
FeaturesDespite Event Coverage Market Downturn, Experts Find Ways to Remain Competitive
The slow economy and extreme scrutiny of business frivolities has... -
FeaturesGovernment Ends Cargo Insurance Rule for Truckers
The federal government is no longer requiring that about 76,000 of... -
FeaturesGrowth of Clean Tech Industry Delivers New Exposures, Opportunities
Backed by government policy and growing public support, demand for... -
FeaturesInstructor Spotlight: David Connolly
Whether speaking before a group, putting on Webinars, or coaching... -
New MarketsMy New Markets
Energy Market Detail: Victor O.Schinnerer's energy and utilities... -
FeaturesProfile of Young Agents
Older Side of Young 56.3% are 31 to 40 years old; 43.8% are 30 and... -
FeaturesReinsurance Rates May Rise with Japan Loss Estimates
Risk modeling company AIR Worldwide tightened its estimate for... -
FeaturesThe Future of the Independent Agency (Has Nothing to Do with Age)
Young Ownership Challenged by Carriers Unwilling to Hand Out... -
FeaturesTraining! Worth the Investement
How much is training worth? One Motorola study reported a $30 return... -
FeaturesValuable Papers Coverage: It’s More Important Than You Think
Unlike the rest of the restoration industry, the document recovery... -
FeaturesWeb Exchange
On Point: Working on Your Agency vs. Working in Your Agency Shirley... -
FeaturesWhy Community Associations Need Proper D&O Coverage
Board Members Today Face Common Claims from Foreclosure, Bankruptcy,... -
FeaturesWinning Team’s Fans in More Deadly Crashes Following Big, Close Games
There may be more on the line in major sporting events than many... -
FeaturesAll in the Family
Young Agents Survey Reveals Strong Family Ties Bryan Hanes grew up in...
