As an insurance agent selling commercial casualty insurance, you help companies protect themselves from legal liability for losses caused by injury or damage to the property of others. You help com
Commercial property insurance protects businesses against loss. With commercial property insurance, losing a major piece of property won’t mean the end of the business—protecting commerce as we
There are risks to every business—including insurance. As an agent, forewarned is forearmed. This course provides an overview of the types of protections out there that protect consumers, agents
Let’s face it—the Internet is changing everything. Including the insurance industry. Keep abreast of online trends—and learn how our digital age is changing the way agents sell insurance.
An insurance claim can be a devastating event—for both you and your client. Sure, insurance is designed to cover the costs that arise for insureds in the case of a claim—but the cause of the cl
No matter what type of insurance you sell, understanding the policy’s terms, conditions, and exclusions allows you to give more insightful advice to your clients—and become a valuable resource
When a home, car, or other valuable property is damaged or lost, it can have a devastating impact on the owner. Personal lines insurance provides individuals with an important safety net against su
Think a malpractice lawsuit can’t happen to you? Think again. Studies show that approximately 15% of agents in the US are sued by customers each year, and about 75% of these claims are “f
Property and casualty insurance is a billion-dollar business in California. It helps people protect their homes, cars, businesses, and other valuable assets—and in a land of earthquakes, floods,
No matter what line of work you’re in, you’re at a greater risk of being involved in a lawsuit than at any time in past history. We live in a litigation-friendly society, where unfortunate occu
The risks and opportunities which digital technologies, devices, and media bring us are obvious. Cyber risk is never a matter purely for the IT team, although they clearly play a vital role. An or
Individual Retirement Accounts examines the rules governing traditional and Roth IRAs, Education IRAs (now called Coverdell Education Savings Accounts), simplified employee pensions and SIMPLEs. W
Liability coverage protects insureds from legal liability in case of harm caused to others—including bodily injury and damage to property. It plays a big part in most major insurance lines—and
Accidents and injuries are difficult to predict—and damage awards can be astronomical. Because of this, general liability insurance is perhaps the most important line of commercial insurance a bu
To practice ethically in today’s insurance market, you need more than good intentions. You need the specific tools and knowledge necessary to recognize and resolve ethical dilemmas with integrity
Insurance is a tool for shifting risk to protect the insured. And when it’s put into practice—or disputed—it’s often done through the courts. No matter what type of insurance you sell, you
HIPAA: The Significant Provisions examines the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. It begins with a consideration of the genesis of its provisions in the National Uniform Billing C
White-collar crime and insurance fraud pose significant financial and reputational risks to individuals, businesses, and the insurance industry. Understanding the nature of these crimes, their l
Everybody needs health insurance—but it’s not exactly easy to buy. In addition to the expense, it’s not easy to choose from the maze of options presented to consumers—from private insurance
Insurance agents are in the asset protection business. And for most agents, risk management and protection is a big part of the job. But no insurance policy is airtight. Some clients are underinsur
Many insurance companies are in business to protect business. Insurance is crucial to the economy as a whole—ensuring companies can keep going after a natural disaster, employee fraud, damage to
Life insurance provides a valuable safety net to millions of families throughout the US—protecting them from financial disaster in the event of the loss of a loved one. As a Life and Health insur
Since the economic crisis, the insurance agency faces more stringent regulatory scrutiny—and insurance companies are expected to comply with AML and OFAC regulations.
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You gain a deeper perspective on how underwriting decisions shape life insurance coverage and claims handling. This course sharpens your ability to identify and assess insurable interest, interpret
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities surrounding life insurance policies, claims processes, and associated legal and financial considerations. It delves into t
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the foundational elements of BOPs, a pivotal insurance product for small to medium-sized enterprises. Participants will gain insights into property