WM Outrigger Re, another key insurance operation, reported a sharp increase in premiums, with gross written premiums rising to $38 million in the first quarter, up from $34 million in Q1 2024. However, its combined ratio was significantly higher at 166%, primarily due to losses related to the California wildfires. Source link
Tiernan currently serves as Lloyd’s chief of markets, a role he has held since joining the organization in May 2021. In this position, he has overseen underwriting, claims, exposure management, international regulation, market oversight, distribution, and the Lloyd’s Global Network. His remit has also included the Lloyd’s Lab, Lloyd’s Academy, and the organization’s global agents….
Tiernan currently serves as Lloyd’s chief of markets, a role he has held since joining the organisation in May 2021. In this position, he has overseen underwriting, claims, exposure management, international regulation, market oversight, distribution, and the Lloyd’s Global Network. His remit has also included the Lloyd’s Lab, Lloyd’s Academy, and the organisation’s global agents….
Comparatively, Bowhead reported that its Q4 2024 gross written premiums rose 26.3% to $184.8 million, driven by renewals, new business, and platform expansion across all divisions. Return on equity stood at 14.8%, while the company’s book value per share stood at $11.34. Source link
Texas-based firm known for insuring diverse fleets, from jets to vintage aircraft Source link
Additionally, Gallagher expanded its presence in the Southeast by acquiring Sheila J. Butler & Co., a Georgia-based employee benefits firm. The firm, with over 25 years of experience, continues to operate from its Carrollton, Georgia location under Gallagher’s Southeast region employee benefits consulting operations. Source link
Mercury’s combined ratio for the quarter stood at 119.2%, up from 100.9% in Q1 2024, reflecting elevated loss activity from catastrophe events. Catastrophe losses, net of reinsurance, reached $447 million in the quarter, up from $72 million a year earlier. Source link
The definition of “medical incident” under PorterCare’s policy included “any act or omission… which results in injury to a patient,” and crucially, stated that “all related acts or omissions… to any one person” would be considered a single incident. That wording, according to AdHealth, made it clear that each patient’s claim had to be treated…
Online quoting tools have sped up small-business workflows, but mid-sized commercial accounts still face outdated processes and manual bottlenecks. In Florida’s high-risk market, even routine tasks like retrieving loss runs or explaining exclusions can carry serious liability. As carriers lean further into automation, Iten warns, brokers are often left to manage the consequences. Source link
Forget Fortune 500s – captives are going mainstream, and some brokers are dangerously unprepared Source link
The reinsurance segment, comprising 34% of the company’s gross written premiums, reported a 43.7% increase in gross written premiums to US$70.0 million, from US$48.7 million a year earlier. Net premiums earned increased to US$24.9 million from US$16.8 million. Underwriting income rose to US$10.4 million, compared to US$6.8 million in the first quarter of 2024. The…
They includes a new COO and a new chief marketing officer Source link
Meanwhile, the adjusted EBITDA loss for the quarter was $47 million, in line with company guidance, which included an estimated $22 million adverse impact from the California wildfires. Net loss was $62.4 million, or $0.86 per share, compared to $47.3 million, or $0.67 per share, in the first quarter of 2024. Source link
The case began over a boiler installation in 2014, when Judy Lammons called EDCO Environmental Services, Inc., an HVAC contractor in Crown Point, Indiana, to replace her broken boiler. She agreed to have what she understood to be a new, high-efficiency unit installed. EDCO completed the work that day and billed her for a “new…
Trucordia has also acquired CADA Insurance Services, expanding its footprint in Louisiana. CADA operates offices in Baton Rouge, Chalmette, Gretna, and Kenner, and provides coverage across several lines, including auto, home, commercial, general liability, and workers’ compensation. Source link
Guru of Insurance, based in King George, Virginia, provides employee benefits planning and group benefits services to clients in the region. David Rao, president of Guru of Insurance, and his team will join Hub Mid-Atlantic. The firm will operate under the name of Guru of Insurance, a Hub International company. Source link
All of its core business segments see year-over-year boost Source link
All of its core business segments rose year-over-year Source link
Under the revised structure, policyholders will receive a 5% credit for fewer than five consecutive years of membership, 10% for at least five but fewer than 10 years, 12.5% for at least 10 but fewer than 15 years, and 15% for at least 15 consecutive years. Source link
Net income for the quarter was US$274 million, or US$1.00 per share, compared to US$338 million, or US$1.24 per share, in the same period last year. Core income dropped to US$281 million, or US$1.03 per share, from US$355 million, or US$1.30 per share, year over year. Source link
Interestingly, Dr. Martin agreed that a custom brace and orthotic might help manage the ankle symptoms, as suggested by Dr. Alvarez. But he emphasized that treatment plans alone don’t establish a diagnosis, and that pain – no matter how limiting – is considered a symptom, not a condition, under West Virginia law. Source link
They include Marsh swooping for a top Aon executive Source link
North Dakota has officially transferred oversight of its state fire and tornado fund from the insurance commissioner to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), following the enactment of House Bill 1027. The change centralizes fund management under the OMB, which now oversees risk coverage for state agencies, political subdivisions, winter shows, and the International…
Before that final payment, however, K&B reached a separate settlement with Moving & Storage’s insurer, Selective Insurance Company of America. On November 16, 2020, Selective paid K&B $92,424.24 in exchange for a general release. The agreement released both Selective and Moving & Storage from “any and all claims that may be submitted by another insurance…
Active acquisition drivers Among the most active buyers over the past four quarters, BroadStreet Partners led with 81 transactions, exceeding its five-year average of 58. Hub International followed with 61 deals, slightly below its five-year average of 65, while Inszone Insurance Services recorded 44 deals, above its average of 32. Source link
On April 29 alone, the federal Storm Prediction Center logged 781 combined reports of tornadoes, hail, and wind from New Mexico to New York. Multiple other reports were filed during the broader April 27–29 outbreak, spanning much of the central and eastern US. Source link
“We are not very good in terms of being the fastest or the first mover,” Jain said, adding that Berkshire prefers to “wait and see until the opportunity crystallises.” His remarks suggest that the conglomerate, which is currently navigating profit pressure and a major leadership transition, is unlikely to make large-scale AI bets any time…
The claims sector, in particular, is vulnerable to global supply chain disruptions and material inflation that could drive up costs and slow down the resolution process. Pat Van Bakel (pictured), president, North America loss adjusted, Crawford & Company, told Insurance Business that while the full impact of tariffs is still evolving and uncertain, the industry…
Licensed home inspectors in Arkansas will now need to carry more specialized insurance coverage following the enactment of House Bill 1625, now designated Act 974. Approved on April 22, 2025, the law amends Arkansas Code § 17-52-318(a) to replace the general liability insurance requirement with a mandate for either a professional liability insurance policy or…
When excluding variable investment income (VII), notable items, and results from international businesses, APTOI fell 10%, which the company said was due mainly to the impact of short-term interest rate changes and higher interest expenses related to pre-funding the company’s April 2025 debt maturity. Source link
