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May 2025https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may-2025May 20255/1/2025 4:00:00 AMCover2025Volume: 122, Issue: 4

 

 

What’s Driving the Rise in E&O Claims and What Can Your Agency Do to Prevent One?https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/what-s-driving-the-rise-in-e-o-claims-and-what-can-your-agency-do-to-prevent-oneWhat’s Driving the Rise in E&O Claims and What Can Your Agency Do to Prevent One?​A COVID-19 hangover. The hard market. The movement of policies from the admitted market to excess & surplus lines. Whether a single factor or a combination is to blame, one thing is certain: Errors & omissions claims are on the rise.5/1/2025 4:30:00 AME&O Loss ControlMayKatie Butler
The Dangers of Dabbling: E&O Risks for Venturing Outside Your Expertisehttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/the-dangers-of-dabbling-e-o-risks-for-venturing-outside-your-expertiseThe Dangers of Dabbling: E&O Risks for Venturing Outside Your ExpertiseA number of agent errors & omissions claims have been reported as a result of an insurance agent procuring coverage in an area in which they have little or no expertise.5/1/2025 4:25:00 AME&O Loss ControlMayKristina Miller
An Overview of the Micro-Businessowners Coverage Form by ISO https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/an-overview-of-the-micro-businessowners-coverage-form-by-isoAn Overview of the Micro-Businessowners Coverage Form by ISO The Micro-Businessowners Coverage Form—also known as the Micro-BOP—may be a good and inexpensive answer for your smaller entrepreneurs without commercial property exposures.5/1/2025 4:25:00 AMBOPCommercial LinesMayBig “I” Virtual University Faculty
Here Comes the Sun: Are You Ready for a Softening Market?https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/here-comes-the-sun-are-you-ready-for-a-softening-marketHere Comes the Sun: Are You Ready for a Softening Market?After years of navigating higher premiums, stricter underwriting and reduced capacity, the insurance industry is on the verge of another market shift. 5/1/2025 4:20:00 AMSales & MarketingMayLarry Neilson
5 Signs Your Coworker Needs Mental Health Supporthttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/5-signs-your-coworker-needs-mental-health-support5 Signs Your Coworker Needs Mental Health SupportRecognizing the signs in a coworker is not about overstepping boundaries but about fostering a culture of empathy and care.5/1/2025 4:15:00 AMAgency Operations & Best PracticesMayBrenden Corr
Why Student Athletes Are An Underutilized Talent Pool https://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/why-student-athletes-are-an-underutilized-talent-poolWhy Student Athletes Are An Underutilized Talent Pool From producers to client managers and service teams, former student athletes are likely to embody the personal discipline and soft skills necessary to have successful insurance careers.5/1/2025 4:10:00 AMRecruiting, Hiring & TrainingMayDave Garcia
Declaration of Independents: Jorge Wetenkamphttps://www.iamagazine.com/magazine/issues/2025/may/declaration-of-independents-jorge-wetenkampDeclaration of Independents: Jorge WetenkampWetenkamp’s career in insurance was unexpected. After working at In-N-Out Burger and at the DMV, he took a job with AAA Insurance when they started offering DMV services. This opened his eyes to the opportunities for career growth and serving the Hispanic community.5/1/2025 4:05:00 AMSales & MarketingMayWill Jones