IN THE PUBLIC EYE
The "In The Public Eye" newsletter is dedicated to exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's Public Sector leaders.
The February issue of In The Public Eye has arrived! If you have any questions about the articles in this issue or have any other insurance-related questions, please contact us.
2021 End of Year Market Report
The Alliant Insurance Marketplace Insights & Observations, 2021 End of Year Report is Now Available!
Alliant
The Alliant Insurance Marketplace Insights & Observations, 2021 End of Year Report provides insightful information on current market conditions, issues and an outlook for each industry as a whole, assembled from Alliant’s specialty experts across the country.
IN THE BROKER'S CORNER
Shake and Pay: How does Parametric Earthquake Insurance Work and Why should your organization consider this alternative to traditional earthquake coverage
Alliant
We are pleased to announce that Alliant and Amwins have collaborated to provide an exclusive “easy to quote/easy to bind” parametric earthquake solution for our clients called “Shake and Pay”.
PUBLIC ENTITY
The Fight to End Qualified Immunity Is Just Beginning in States Across the Country
Governing
The latest news about government abuse can make state and local lawmakers feel powerless to act to protect their constituents.
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CYBER CORNER
2022 Set to be “Hangover” Year From 2021’s Cyber Epidemic
Alliant
Much of the cyber turmoil that plagued the world in 2021 will continue into 2022, with individuals remaining the top source of risk in an irrevocably online society, according to Experian’s annual Data Breach Industry Forecast for 2022.
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NEWS
Business Insurance
For the second time this week, a state court has refused to dismiss COVID-19-related business interruption coverage litigation filed by a university against Factory Mutual Insurance Co.
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COMMERCIAL P&C
What are ‘Nuclear Verdicts’ and Why are They Increasing?
Cottingham & Butler
In a May 21, 2021 article on riskandinsurance.com, entitled “COVID-19 and Nuclear Verdicts: Disastrous Combination or Phantom Fear?”, author Kiara Taylor noted: “Although a generally accepted definition of a nuclear verdict is one that exceeds $10 million, this arbitrary damages threshold fails to capture the problem adequately.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
EEOC Issues New Guidance on COVID-19 and ADA Disability
Alliant
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued 14 new answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about what employers may or may not do to comply with federal fair employment laws during the COVID-19 pandemic.
FINANCIAL SECURITY
Cryptocurrencies and What They Mean for Businesses
Alliant
Technology has added efficiency and modern conveniences to daily life. Among these conveniences, computer experts have managed to apply digital traits to new, online currencies that are commonly called cryptocurrencies.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE
Which Bulk COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests Should You Buy?
Governing
Innovative biomedical and pharmaceutical companies rushed to create accurate at-home tests to detect COVID-19 at home in 15 minutes or less. Since the first Abbott BinaxNOW COVID-19 testing kits were released to the public in early 2021, several more have been given the green light by the FDA.
PODCASTS
Exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's public sector leaders
Alliant
Carleen Patterson, Alliant, hosts an in-depth discussion of the current market and explores risk management topics with her guests on everything from weather to wrap-ups. This monthly podcast provides insights and information on the specific challenges faced by today's public sector leaders.
EVENTS
Conferences, Speaking Engagements and Webinars
Alliant Public Entity attends and produces various events throughout the year. These events provide our team a chance to meet and network with members of the community, learn and present ideas.