Understanding ‘Incurred But Not Reported’ (IBNR)
Understanding IBNR is more than knowing its definition. It means grasping how insurers use it, why it matters, and what role it plays in evaluating financial stability, pricing, and long-tail risk.
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Understanding Run-off Insurance
Run-off insurance refers to the coverage arrangement used when an insured has ceased operations or stopped providing professional services but remains exposed to claims arising from past acts.
Admitted vs. Non-Admitted Insurance: A Global Perspective
Understand the difference between admitted and non-admitted insurance, how they work across borders, and what they mean for policyholders, brokers, and global programs. Includes real-world examples and practical insights.
Understanding First-Party Insurance
‘First-party insurance’ refers to a type of insurance designed to cover a business’s own direct losses from events like fire, theft, or cyberattacks. When a covered peril strikes, this …
Third-Party Insurance: Understanding Liability Coverage and How it Works
‘Third-party insurance’ refers to insurance designed to cover loss incurred by the insured party as a result of their legal liability to a third party.
Insurance Binders Explained: What They Are and Why They Matter
An insurance binder is a legal document that provides temporary proof of coverage when the final insurance policy documents have not yet been issued.
Media Liability Insurance
Media liability insurance protects an organization against loss from claims arising from the content it creates, publishes, or distributes, both online and off.
Contingent Business Interruption Insurance Explained
Contingent Business Interruption – a business’s loss of income as a result of an interruption in service from a third-party service provider.
Canada’s Top Specialist Insurance Defence Law Firms
Having the right insurance law firms as legal partners is critical for insurers. Here are some highlights from the Canadian Lawyer 2025 report on The Top Specialist Insurance Defence Law Firms.
First Dollar Defense: Explanation and Benefits
First Dollar Defense coverage waives the deductible for defense costs. Learn how it works so you can make informed insurance purchase decisions.