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Weekly Articles

Weekly Industry Articles

Apr 26-May 2, 2026

This week: Q1 2026 earnings deliver strong combined ratios across AIG, Allstate, Aon, Arch, AJG, and major brokers as cat losses ease
Weekly Industry Articles

Apr 19-25, 2026

This week: Q1 earnings are strong across the industry, but commercial rates soften, hail and casualty losses mount, and private credit exposure climbs

Our Blogs

Dec 14, 2023

Outsourcing and Accounting for Runoff Insurance

Explore the strategic benefits of outsourcing back-office and accounting functions for runoff insurance operations.

Jan 6, 2026

Lloyd’s has raised the bar for syndicate evaluations of claims management

Lloyd’s elevates Claims Management to a core hurdle in 2026, raising standards for governance, reserving, and delegated authorities.

Sep 16, 2025

Redefining ‘Covered Loss’: What the Opioid Rulings Mean for Insurers

Can insurers be held liable for the societal costs of the opioid epidemic? The Delaware Supreme Court just said “no”.

Jan 22, 2025

LA Wildfire Business Interruption Claims: How Forensic Accounting Ensures Fair, Accurate Payouts

The LA wildfires will cost insurers billions. Forensic accounting can help ensure that business interruption insurance claims are managed fairly and accurately.

Feb 21, 2024

Reinsurance Audits: Strategies for Success

Learn about Alan Gray LLC's successful reinsurance audit strategies, delivering thorough reviews and expert insights.

Sep 10, 2024

Strategies to Manage Legal Costs Effectively

Discover effective strategies for controlling legal costs in today's rising expense environment.

May 29, 2024

Engaging Counsel Without Billing Guidelines

Learn how Alan Gray LLC addresses challenges in engaging counsel without billing guidelines.

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Professional Liability Underwriting Society (“PLUS”)

Erica Crowl is speaking and presenting.
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Burlington, VT

2026 VCIA Annual Conference

Scott Batson and Jean Vernor are attending and are at Booth #74. Come by and connect!

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