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8 03, 2021

People or Machine: The Emerging Gap Between Fully Automated Risk Selection and Human Intervention in Cyber Insurance

By PLUS|2021-03-08T13:05:44-06:00March 8, 2021|@PLUS, Cyber, PL Insurance|0 Comments

John Merchant is Managing Director, Cyber and Technology Practice - North America for Optio Insurance Services, a global MGA specializing in over 13 classes of business. He is responsible for overseeing business development, digital distribution strategy, product development and vendor management. Prior to joining Optio, John was the Insurance Practice Advisory Leader and Cyence Risk Analytics and was responsible for the planning and execution of strategic customer initiatives. Prior to joining Cyence, John spent over 10 years in the insurance industry, primarily focused on cyber product development, strategy and underwriting. John has held positions at Nationwide, AIG and The Hartford. [...]

The Eye of the Storm: Preparing for Post-COVID-19 MPL Litigation

By PLUS|2021-03-04T13:59:23-06:00March 4, 2021|@PLUS, Med PL|0 Comments

The global outbreak of COVID-19 has created unprecedented challenges for healthcare providers and hospitals. Yet as the initial crisis begins to settle, another storm will be brewing as claims and law suits arise. This webinar recording, presented by Coverys, outlines steps healthcare providers and defense counsel can take now to be in the best position to defend claims related to COVID-19 in the future. Watch the webinar recording here. Key issues addressed: The interface of Federal immunity (PREP Act) and state law (if applicable). Proactive measures, including: documentation and informed consent, identifying and preparing expert witnesses in advance, workers’ compensation [...]

Deal with Me: Transaction Insurance Leaders Chat with Matt and Dan

By PLUS|2021-03-25T12:48:56-05:00February 23, 2021|@PLUS, PL Insurance|1 Comment

Today, we begin a series of podcasts designed to provide insights—both personally and professionally—into the people that lead the Transaction Insurance industry, and increase the understanding of the Transaction Insurance marketplace, products, and trends. Listen below to Matt and Dan's first podcast episode, a conversation with guest Jeff Cowhey: In his current role at Ambridge Partners, Daniel Auslander is responsible for maintaining and developing their brokerage relationships. Ambridge, a managing general underwriter, is a market leader in the Transactional Insurance product lines with a keen interest in expanding its product portfolio - including Directors & Officers Liability and Intellectual Property [...]