To model for natural disasters, insurance companies rely on modeling expertise from firms such AIR Worldwide, RMS and EQECAT. By doing so, they can avail themselves of a deep well of scientific knowledge and models consistently improved to reflect ... [full story]

Signs point to more unprofitable years ahead for the workers compensation insurance industry, according to a Standard & Poor's Corp. report released Monday. While pricing for workers comp insurance modestly improved during the latter part of 2011, New York-based ... [full story]

A survey of a global coalition of insurance brokers finds that nearly all believe the top concern facing their clients is the availability and pricing of coverage. The issue is particularly challenging for buyers with large natural catastrophe and ... [full story]