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Public Entities: To Pool or Not to Pool?

Many public entities are accustomed to finding more competitive insurance pricing by joining a pool. But in a softening property-casualty market, that’s no longer a given.

Americans with Disabilities Act: Public Entities Must Comply

More than 55 million people in America have physical or mental disabilities that substantially limit a major life activity. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, state and local governments must comply with a number of regulations to help protect thi

Cover Boaters for Propulsion Wear and Tear

In the past, a boater with a disabled vessel had to personally radio a tow operator and pay out of pocket, then file for reimbursement at a later date. Not anymore.

Interpreting Pricing Trends in Public Entities

What’s happening in today’s public entities market? What’s motivating carriers in the space? And where are underwriting appetites headed in the future? Here are a few property and liability pricing trends to watch.

Novamar Creates Long-Term Program for Yachts

Novamar’s staff members are boaters who recognized the need for a yacht insurance program that simplifies the underwriting process, improves claims service, reduces response times and provides flexible, stable coverage at a competitive price.

Great American Insurance Group Expands Pollution Product Capacity

Ramifications of catastrophic events like the Deepwater Horizon oil spill and the Lac-Mégantic rail disaster still linger five years later. To offer more robust environmental liability coverage, Great American Insurance Group’s Environmental Division rece

From the Front Lines: Aviation

After 10 years in the banking world and 12 in insurance, David George decided to brand his own agency. Today, working with a local pilot gives him a big advantage in the aviation insurance market.