Lovatt, who has 40 years of insurance industry experience, was a founding member of the group. He has worked in leadership roles with international, national, regional, and start-up insurance companies. In addition to his new role as president of Great Bay Insurance Company, he currently serves as chief underwriting officer and chief claims officer for the group.
Industry and market outlook The leadership transition comes as Argo adapts to shifting industry dynamics, including regulatory changes, rising litigation costs, and evolving risks in the specialty insurance sector. With Donahue at the helm, the company is expected to continue refining its underwriting approach while seeking growth opportunities in niche markets. Source link
State-issued equity coverage would pay out the difference between a home’s insured value and its eventual sale price — provided the owner has lived in the property for at least three years. Claims would be denied if the equity loss stems from owner neglect of the property’s condition. A newly created Home…
Currently, Nevada law classifies casualty insurance as coverage for vehicle insurance, liability insurance, workers’ compensation, and other forms of financial protection. A.B. 512 proposes adding legal expense insurance to this category, defining it as coverage that reimburses policyholders for specific legal services or legal expenses. However, it excludes fees paid to attorneys for overhead and…
He cautioned that if the bill becomes law, insurers will have to reassess risk pricing in Florida, and reinsurers are likely to follow suit. He added that these changes would ultimately impact policyholders through higher premiums, calling the bill a reversal of recent reforms. Source link
Flood insurance is evolving, but the challenges remain steep – from educating homeowners on the true risks, to bridging gaps in coverage, to navigating the balance between private and public insurers. As the risks increase, the industry will have to adapt quickly. And for Templeton-Jones, that means one thing above all: “The education has to be…
