June 19, 2006
Insurance Journal Midwest Magazine
Insurance Journal Midwest Magazine
Heads up on workplace bullying
In this Issue
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FeaturesQuotations
Catastrophes--Whether the taxpayers live in Chicago, Illinois or... -
FeaturesKeeping tabs on transparency
"In life there are lines that shouldn't be crossed — but when... -
FeaturesDeveloping a program from a book of specialized risks
Do you currently write a book of specialized industry accounts, or... -
FeaturesCase Law Watch
Commercial Liability-Auto Bauer v Century Surety Company (Wis. App.... -
Closing QuoteA lawsuit in the making – the EPLI insurance application
Every day, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission receives some... -
News CurrentsNews Currents
Despite understanding risk, drivers gab away on cell phones Despite... -
People & PlacesPeople
The Progressive Corp. appointed John A. Barbagallo as the new... -
Business MovesBusiness Moves
Indianapolis Agency, ISU Network Walker and Associates Insurance... -
New MarketsNew Markets
Outdoor Sporting Program Nuts & Bolts: Markel's Outdoors is a niche... -
Editor's NoteEditor’s Note: Cyber storms
As reports of computer security breaches proliferate — the... -
News CurrentsIllinois freshman regulator McRaith gives insurance view from Midwest
Question: What is the specific impact of the 2005 catastrophes on the... -
FeaturesNine fears that can cause you to lose a young producer
Today's younger producers seek more power. Since they can't control... -
FeaturesLackluster organic growth kicks up broker M&A activity in May
Stock Prices: Broker stock prices shifted down 5 percent in April and... -
CurrentsAllstate dropping most earthquake coverage nationwide
Allstate Insurance Co. says it is dropping earthquake insurance to... -
CurrentsHigh court agrees to hear appeal in $80 million tobacco case settlement
The Supreme Court said this month it will decide if tobacco giant... -
Cover StoryHeads up on workplace bullying
From the playground to the classroom to the office -- bullies can be... -
FeaturesNo more excuses: Making the case for EPLI
Common misconceptions leave business owners, small and large, in the... -
CurrentsLack of confidence in cyber security has economic, political effects
Americans share a lack of confidence in the Internet that could have... -
NewsbriefsU.S. COMMERCIAL INSURERS EARN BIG
At the midpoint of 2006, many commercial insurers are generating... -
CurrentsCat model reassessments cause rating and capital changes
Last fall's disastrous hurricanes provided some rough times for the... -
FeaturesBackstage: Risk management planning for one of the nation’s largest festivals
It is ten days before your client's multi-million dollar, world... -
Editor's NoteCyber storms
As reports of computer security breaches proliferate -- the latest... -
FeaturesKeeping tabs on transparency
"In life there are lines that shouldn't be crossed -- but when they... -
FeaturesA lawsuit in the making — the EPLI insurance application
Every day, the Equal Employment Opportun-ity Commission receives some... -
Case WatchCase Law Watch
Commercial Liability-AutoBauer v. Century Surety Company (Wis. App.... -
CurrentsDespite understanding risk, drivers gab away on cell phones
Despite knowing that driving and talking on a cell phone at the same... -
New MarketsNew Markets
Outdoor Sporting Program Nuts & Bolts: Markel's Outdoors is a niche... -
NewsbriefsNAIC ADOPTS RESOLUTION ON CATASTROPHIC RISK
The National Association of Insurance Commissioners adopted a revised... -
People & PlacesPeople and Places
The Progressive Corp. appointed John A. Barbagallo as the new... -
CurrentsIllinois freshman regulator McRaith gives insurance view from Midwest
Question: What is the specific impact of the 2005 catastrophes on the...