October 3, 2005
Insurance Journal South Central Magazine
Insurance Journal South Central Magazine
Artisan Contractors Issue
In this Issue
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FeaturesMed-Mal Rate Increases Slow Down in Arkansas
The cost of malpractice insurance for Arkansas doctors didn't rise as... -
People & PlacesPeople
RISC Inc. in Dallas, announced the appointment of Pat Mulady, to the... -
FeaturesValuations: Educating Your Client on True Replacement Cost
There are two calls that an agent or broker might receive that should... -
FeaturesMiss. AG Accuses Carriers of Cheating
Five major insurance companies were recently sued by Mississippi... -
FeaturesHow Did Catastrophe Models Weather Katrina?
While it's too early to tell if the highly touted computer... -
New MarketsNew Markets
Residential Contractors General Liability Nuts & Bolts: Quadrant... -
FeaturesAfter the Wreckage, Hurricane Katrina Spawns Lawsuits
Shortly after Hurricane Katrina devastated parts of Louisiana,... -
FeaturesHurricane Rita Losses Not as High as Previous Storms
But destruction will add to totals from Dennis, Katrina and Ophelia.... -
Business MovesBusiness Moves
CCA, J.S. Edwards and Sherlock, Central Insurance Cos. Combined... -
News BriefsNews Briefs
ARKANSAS The Workers' Compensation Research Institute reported that... -
Editor's NoteEditor’s Note: Picking Up the Pieces
Although Hurricanes Katrina and Rita are behind us, hurricane season... -
FeaturesHurricane Katrina: The Legal Saga Begins
The New Orleans tragedy may spawn a wave of litigation related to... -
FeaturesLOUISIANA
Bamert v. Johnson (La. App. Aug. 17, 2005) Insured claims... -
FeaturesFitch: Katrina Causes Unprecedented Challenges, Risks for P/C Insurers
The circumstances surrounding Hurricane Katrina are unprecedented in... -
NewsbriefsInternational Newsbriefs
Roundup of Katrina Loss Estimates: As the scope of the devastation... -
FeaturesMeeting the Needs of Customers by Providing Superior Customer Service
During a recent project, the agency owners and the staff all agreed... -
FeaturesKatrina, Asbestos, Soft Market Test Mettle of Today’s Bright CEOs
But SOX May Be What Really Keeps Them Focused on Financial Strength... -
NewsbriefsNational Newsbriefs
N.Y. AG Indicts Former Marsh Execs: New York Attorney General Eliot... -
FeaturesCreation of a Federal Cat Fund Hits Mainstream
The devastation left by Hurricane Katrina stirred up familiar talk in... -
Cover StoryArtisans At Work: Contractors Boom Market Paints A Complex Picture
As the United States' total population creeps up on the 300 million... -
Editor's NotePicking Up the Pieces
Although Hurricanes Katrina and Rita are behind us, hurricane season... -
People & PlacesPeople & Places
Pat Mulady RISC Inc. in Dallas, announced the appointment of Pat... -
FeaturesHurricane Katrina: The Legal Saga Begins
The New Orleans tragedy may spawn a wave of litigation related to... -
FeaturesHow Did Catastrophe Models Weather Katrina?
While it's too early to tell if the highly touted computer... -
New MarketsResidential Contractors General Liability
Nuts & Bolts: Quadrant Insurance Managers added two new contractor... -
New MarketsEnhanced Orthotic/Prosthetic Program
Nuts & Bolts: The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. introduced a... -
New MarketsAccountants’ PL
Nuts & Bolts: Liberty International Underwriters, a division of... -
New MarketsStand-Alone Terrorism
Nuts & Bolts: Insurance Company of the West announced it will offer... -
New MarketsEnhanced Spectrum BOP
Nuts & Bolts: The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. introduced a... -
Case WatchCase Law Watch
Exclusions--Criminal Acts Bamert v. Johnson (La. App. Aug. 17,... -
FeaturesValuations: Educating Your Client on True Replacement Cost
There are two calls that an agent or broker might receive that should... -
Parting ShotsA ‘Safe’ Way to Add Value for Your Customers
Insurance agents need to stand out from the crowd if they are to... -
FeaturesAfter the Wreckage, Hurricane Katrina Spawns Lawsuits
Shortly after Hurricane Katrina devastated parts of Louisiana,... -
FeaturesHurricane Rita Losses Not as High as Previous Storms
But destruction will add to totals from Dennis, Katrina and Ophelia.... -
FeaturesMed-Mal Rate Increases Slow Down in Arkansas
The cost of malpractice insurance for Arkansas doctors didn't rise as... -
FeaturesMiss. AG Accuses Carriers of Cheating
Five major insurance companies were recently sued by Mississippi... -
Newsbriefs‘CONCERNS’ REMAIN IN WORK COMP SYSTEM
The Workers' Compensation Research Institute reported that Ar-kansas'... -
NewsbriefsASSISTANCE FOR DISPLACED PRODUCERS
State Insurance Commissioner Julie Benafield Bowman announced the... -
NewsbriefsGOV. EXTENDS STATE OF EMERGENCY
Gov. Kathleen Babineaux Blanco extended Louisiana's State of... -
NewsbriefsEVACUEES URGED TO FILE ADDRESS CHANGE
The Louisiana Department of Labor is urging Hurricane Katrina... -
NewsbriefsMAN ACCUSED OF FAKING SURETY BOND
Oklahoma Insu-rance Commissioner Kim Holland issued a Cease and... -
NewsbriefsTEUBNER/WOOD FORUM SET FOR OCT. 6
The Independent Insurance Agents of Oklahoma is hosting its... -
NewsbriefsTDI STAFF ASSISTING STORM VICTIMS
The Texas Department of Insurance announced that beginning Sept. 26,... -
NewsbriefsTMLT TO REDUCE RATES 5%
Texas Medical Liability Trust announced that effective Jan. 1, 2006,...
National Coverage
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FeaturesFitch: Katrina Causes Unprecedented Challenges, Risks for P/C Insurers
The circumstances surrounding Hurricane Katrina are unprecedented in... -
FeaturesThe artisan contractors market on the rise
As the United States' total population creeps up on the 300 million... -
News BriefsNews Briefs
Roundup of Katrina Loss Estimates: As the scope of the devastation... -
News BriefsNews Briefs
N.Y. AG Indicts Former Marsh Execs: New York Attorney General Eliot... -
FeaturesCreation of a Federal Cat Fund Hits Mainstream
The devastation left by Hurricane Katrina stirred up familiar talk in... -
FeaturesKatrina, Asbestos, Soft Market Test Mettle of Today’s Bright CEOs
Industry pundits have praised today's insurance chief executive... -
Minding Your BusinessMeeting the Needs of Customers by Providing Superior Customer Service
During a recent project, the agency owners and the staff all agreed...
