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Political and Societal Unrest – What Are the Implications for Insurers?
By Tim Fletcher May 18, 2022 English
A change in seasons again brings hopeful signs that much of pre-pandemic life is returning. Current COVID‑19 variants, while more contagious, are less virulent than earlier variants. U.S. workers in many sectors are returning to offices under a new hybrid...
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A Claims Perspective of P&C Issues - More of the Same to Come?
By Glenn Frankel Feb 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 to...
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Series: Property Matters
Strike, Riot and Civil Commotion – An Increasingly Significant Form of Cover
Issue: Sep 17, 2020 Deutsch
P/C General Industry EnglishThe root causes may be complex, but there’s no denying that we are living in a period of heightened civil unrest. This article explores different forms of politically motivated loss events and provides guidance on exposure-oriented underwriting.
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Riots and Civil Commotion - Disquieting Times Ahead
By Tim Fletcher Jul 23, 2020 English
There existed an eerie and historical sense of déjà vu as riots broke out in Minneapolis, Atlanta, New York, Los Angeles and other cities around the country in late May and early June. Images of burning buildings, looting and vandalism brought to mind...
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