Core Article Library
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Manufacturing Sector Hardest Hit by Ransomware Incidents
March 11, 2024 | Core Article Library|Discussion|Emerging Risks
This week's discussion looks at cyber crime and the Dragos report which shows an almost 50% increase in ransomware incidents from 2022 affecting the industrial sector.
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Michigan Warns Price Optimization is Not Permitted
March 07, 2024 | Administrative Notices|Core Article Library
The practice is considered unfairly discriminatory.
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Nanoparticles: The Next Asbestos?
February 19, 2024 | Core Article Library|Discussion|Emerging Risks
This article discusses what are nanoparticles, and their benefits and concerns, particularly from an insurance standpoint.
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A New Kind of Storm-Atmospheric River
January 30, 2024 | Core Article Library|Discussion
A rating scale has been developed for storms known as Atmospheric Rivers. This article explains the storms and how they relate to tornadoes and hurricanes.
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Winter Weather and Insurance Issues
January 19, 2024 | Core Article Library|Discussion
In light of the current winter weather, the editors have compiled a list of articles you may find helpful.
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How to Avoid Contractor Fraud, Rampant in the Wake of Hurricanes and Other Disasters
December 18, 2023 | Core Article Library|Discussion
This article discusses contractor fraud that frequently occurs after significant storms have struck an area.
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Building or Structure?
December 11, 2023 | Core Article Library|Discussion
Discusses court cases related to determining if something is a building or structure, and the difference between the two.
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When the Roof needs Repair - What about the Decking
December 04, 2023 | Contract Analysis|Core Article Library
When a roof is damaged by wind, hail or some other covered loss, it's not unusual for worn decking to be discovered when the roof is removed for repairs. That worn decking also needs to be repaired. The question then becomes does the wear and tear exclusion apply, or should the repair to the decking be considered part of the roof claim? This article reviews the issue and how it should be handled.
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Colorado Requests Insurers to Grant Additional ALE to Marshall Fire Survivors
November 14, 2023 | Core Article Library|Discussion
ALE benefits are set to expire on the 2-year anniversary of the fire.
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Marijuana Legalization by State 2023
November 09, 2023 | Charts|Core Article Library
State-by-state chart on the legal status of marijuana for medicinal or recreational purposes.