Loss adjusting
Insured loss estimates hit $2bn as Hurricane Isaac hits Louisiana a second time
Catastrophe experts have suggested that insured losses from Hurricane Isaac could total $2bn after the tropical storm made a second landfall in the US state of Louisiana.
Post Blog: Learning from Merlin
What went wrong at Merlin, and can its rivals benefit from the firm's demise? Mark Colonnese talks to Post Online.
Charles Taylor revenue strong and steady at £53m despite 'subdued' claims environment
Insurance business Charles Taylor Company delivered a stable performance during the first half of the year, with a flat revenue of £53m (2011:£49.3m), thought to be due in part to a series of one-off charges and a "subdued" energy claims environment.
Crawford boosts call centre services in Asia
Crawford & Company has entered into a joint venture with Call Centre Services to provide 24-hour access to an expanded call centre in a bid to respond to client needs in Asia-Pacific.
Market moves: New arrivals in the broking sector
Lorica Insurance Brokers, Chaucer and Markel led the way in the recruitment space this week, bringing in several fresh faces between them.
Your say: We must adjust to change
It is, of course, very sad to see Merlin go into administration, not least because of the staff affected, some of whom I've worked alongside through a number of our clients.
Loss adjusting: Rules of rejection
It's a process that can be fraught with pitfalls, so what are the crucial considerations for loss adjusters when it comes to repudiating claims?
Mild Q1 weather blamed for RIIG loss
Resources in Insurance Group has blamed unusually mild weather conditions in the first quarter of the year for a loss of £696 581 in the first six months of this year.
Lorega chairman Harvey sails off into the sunset after 25 years
The chairman and director of the Lorega, Malcolm Harvey, pictured, has retired.
Top five Asian news stories
The top five Asian stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
Questgates hires ex-Merlin staff for regional roles
Loss adjuster Questgates has recruited two members of Merlin’s Scottish based team in order to expand its presence in the country, including the establishment of a new regional office.
Merlin's Considine joins GAB Robins
Former Merlin regional manager and current Chartered Institute of Loss Adjusters Future Focus chairman Andrew Considine has joined GAB Robins.
David Mairs breaks his silence over Merlin demise
The founder of loss adjusting business Merlin has spoken out following the collapse of the business formerly known as Ashworth Mairs Group.
Market moves: Markel, Canopius and Aon lead the way
Axa was in the recruitment spotlight once again, after making a further reshuffle of its senior management, and the week belonged to insurers.
BLG expands building insurance offering
Specialist broker Building and Land Guarantees has launched two further warranties for the construction industry under its Shield range.
Merlin clients and staff seek new homes after facilities firm quits takeover talks
After almost two decades in the insurance industry, loss adjuster Merlin Claims went into administration last week, arguably the victim of a private equity deal that saddled it with too much debt and a dwindling client list.
Post magazine - 9/16 August 2012
The latest issue of Post is now available to subscribers as a digital and interactive e-book.
Merlin director Russell Crewe joins Direct Group
Former Merlin director Russell Crewe has joined Yorkshire-based insurance solutions provider Direct Group seven months after LAS Claims stated he would be joining its team in 2013.
Top five Asian news stories
The top five Asian stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
Top five European news stories
The top five European stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
Axa extends commercial property contract with GAB Robins
Axa has today confirmed the renewal of its commercial property loss adjusting contract with GAB Robins, which will continue to manage all claims up to a value of £250 000.
SAMA 'extremely helpful' for foreign investors in Saudi, says Charles Taylor
The Saudi Arabian Monetary Association was "very positive" and "extremely helpful" when approached about a foreign adjuster looking to invest in the kingdom, according to Joe McMahon, chairman of Charles Taylor Adjusting.
Merlin makes 200 redundancies
Merlin Claims is to make 200 people redundant after going into administration this week.
Charles Taylor acquires Saudi loss adjusting business
Charles Taylor has made a strategic move to grow its loss adjusting business across the Middle East by acquiring a majority stake in Noble Inspection and Loss Adjustment Company, a licensed loss adjuster based in Saudi Arabia.