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PFAS – A Challenging and Uncharted Course Ahead

By Tim Fletcher |December 15, 2021|English

Ubiquitous in their presence and disturbing because of their potential harmful effects, Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) loom ominously over society. Recent U.S. regulatory activity and lawsuit outcomes concerning these chemicals portend a...
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What Is the Cost of Not Staying Current With CGL, BOP and Commercial Umbrella Forms? – A Look at Recent Decisions on Biometric Privacy and Data Breach

By Mitch Tarter |November 04, 2021|English

If your company utilizes standardized wordings, you’ve likely been asked, What editions are you up to, and if you’re not current, when can you catch up? Indeed, using (or building off) the most recent standardized forms is the goal for...
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Beware of Activewear: How Safety, Compliance and Enforcement Priorities are Shaping Product Litigation in Australia

By Kelly Lieu |September 21, 2021|English

2021 has already seen several legislative, regulatory, and case law developments pointing toward a heightened risk of product liability litigation for suppliers, manufacturers, and their insurers. More "consumer" goods Australia's product...
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U.S. Population Shift - De-Urbanization and What It Means to Insurers

By Lonnie Van Houten |March 25, 2021|English

We are now more than a year into the COVID‑19 pandemic, and social distancing, masks and hand sanitizers are still the norm. Many workers, such as those in the service and hospitality industries, don’t have the luxury of working remotely, causing...
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A Claims Perspective of P&C Issues - More of the Same to Come?

By Glenn Frankel |February 04, 2021|English

I joined Gen Re last May, and 2020, to say the least, was a tumultuous and challenging year, both professionally and personally. And the events at the U.S. Capitol got 2021 off to a turbulent start. But we’ll rebound, and at Gen Re we look forward...
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It’s Finally 2021. How Will the Events of 2020 Influence Our Way Forward?

By Kara Raiguel |January 12, 2021|English

Like many of you in early 2021, I am still processing the events of 2020 and what they mean for us as insurers and individuals. I hope your families and loved ones are physically and mentally healthy as we move into a new year, with hope for opportunities...
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