September 1, 2008
Insurance Journal Midwest Magazine
Insurance Journal Midwest Magazine
Salute to Surplus Lines Brokers/NAPSLO; London Report; Top Workers' Comp Writers
In this Issue
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Business MovesBusiness Moves
Aon Corporation, Benfield Group Chicago-based Aon Corporation and... -
Legal BeatBroker Liability: Scope of Coverage
Agents Liable for Failing to Obtain Promised or Reasonably... -
FeaturesChicago Archdiocese Agrees to $12.7 Million Settlement in Abuse Cases
The Archdiocese of Chicago said it has agreed to pay more than $12.7... -
FeaturesSimmon to Lead Michigan’s Agents
Says Independence, Flexibility Still Key in Serving Policyholders... -
FeaturesEarthquake Expert Warns of Economic Damage
From cracked oil and natural gas pipelines to contaminated public... -
People & PlacesPeople
Aon Corporation recently announced that Karen Reutter has joined Aon... -
FeaturesAmerican Slain in Beijing Was Board Chairman of Illinois Insurance Company
An American stabbed to death in China in an attack that also... -
DeclarationsDeclarations
SUV Crashworthiness "In the latest tests, the Tiguan's performance is... -
Closing QuoteInnovating Insurance
Women Play Important Role as Insurance Industry Change Agents The... -
It FiguresIt Figures
$15 Million Iowa officials estimate it will cost $15 million to bring... -
Editor's NoteCredit Scoring Fight ‘On Again’ in Michigan
The simple fact is that now insurance companies in Michigan no longer...
National Coverage
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FeaturesU.S. Commercial Lines Outlook Revised To Negative From Stable
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services revised its outlook on the U.S.... -
FeaturesU.S. Doctors Say Lawsuits Help Guarantee Drug Safety
Doctors who run one of the most influential U.S. medical journals are... -
New MarketsNew Markets
The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of... -
FeaturesLloyd’s in the 21st Century
The Modernization of Lloyd's and the London Market Any institution... -
FeaturesLessons in Globalizing an Insurance Brand
Chubb: Understand Local Culture and Rely on Local Staff When Abroad... -
FeaturesPremium Growth: Top 25 Workers’ Compensation Companies
Workers' compensation direct premiums written (DPW) for calendar year... -
FeaturesU.S. Insurers’ Exposure to Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac Deemed Manageable
The U.S. insurance industry's exposure to securities issued by Fannie... -
FeaturesLabor Department Reports Fewer Workers Killed on Job in 2007
The number of workers killed on the job annually dropped to an... -
FeaturesWhat’s All the Fuss About?
With the Soft Market Here Again, the E&S Market Must Get Back to Its... -
FeaturesBrokers’ Stocks Up Slightly for the Year; Banks Active in Brokerage M&As
Stock Prices: The brokerage sector as a whole is up 2 percent for the... -
FeaturesA Winning Culture
Lots of companies claim to have a great working environment, but when... -
FeaturesSurplus Lines Results Remain Strong, Despite Heightened Competition
Brokerage M&As Expected to Continue for the Near Term; Time's Almost... -
FeaturesThe Complete Condo Package, Part 2
How to Fit the Right Pieces Together for an Association or Unit... -
Minding Your BusinessBusiness Planning in a Snap!
How to Create a Fast, Effective One-Page Agency Plan The fall is a... -
FeaturesFeds Charge 11 in Biggest-Ever Identity Theft Case
Authorities in Boston have cracked what is believed to be the largest... -
FeaturesWholesaler Value is a Story That Needs to Be Told
Soft Market or Not, Stay Focused on Providing Superior Service, Value...
