Insurance Suits: Recent Episodes
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We're pleased to have Rick Hammon of Insurance Law Consultants. Rick has worked in the Illinois Department of Insurance as a regulator; He's been a property claims adjuster; and worked closely with arson investigators. Today he's talking to us about what it takes to become an expert or consultant.
Rick is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
Today Amy Johnson and Chantal Roberts discuss how they got into being an expert witness, what are the pros and cons of the industry, and why attorneys need to retain experts and consultants early in litigation.
AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
We're pleased to have Brenda Powell Wells-Dietel of Risk Ed Strategies and Cannabis Industry Research Group.
Brenda is a member of AAIMCo, the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
Today, Amy Johnson and Chantal Roberts discuss hemp, marijuana, and cannabis; the need for specific definitions; and fraud. It is an episode you don't want to miss.
AAIMCo is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
We're pleased to have Scott Bushnell of Business Interruption Consulting. Scott gives terrific insights into settling business interruption claims and consulting.
Scott is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
Today Amy Johnson and Chantal Roberts discuss business income/interruption and extra expense policies. While it's a policy that may seem intimidating at first, Amy and Chantal break it down and explain why it is good for agents and brokers to know and understand the policy.
AAIMCo is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
We're pleased to have Dirk Beamer of Wright Beamer. Dirk helps business owners navigate the new and evolving laws and policies surrounding the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on the workforce. He works to develop and implement sound employment policies, handles terminations and reductions in force and negotiates employment packages and severance arrangements.
Dirk is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
• To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
• To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
• To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
• To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
Cohost Amy Johnson can't join Chantal Roberts in today's episode, but Chantal discusses the professional liability policies producers need for adequate coverage.
This episode of Insurance Suits is sponsored by the American Association of Insurance Management Consultants, or AAIMCo, a non-profit trade association comprised of insurance and risk professionals ranging from actuarial, underwriting, acquisitions and transactions, and adjuster, agent, and broker standards of care. Find out more at www.AAIMCo.com.
We're pleased to have Lezlee Liljenberg, CIC, CRIS, MLIS, PA, MA of Liljenberg Expert Witness. Lezlee entered the insurance business in 2004 starting her first agency from ground zero and grew the business to over $6 million in revenue in less than 12 years. FYI: We did have some audio difficulties that we tried to fix as best we could.
Lezlee is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
• To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
• To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
• To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
• To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is proud to be the video sponsor of this episode.
Amy Johnson and Chantal Roberts discuss the importance of communication of all parties in insurance from underwriters, producers, adjusters, to attorneys.
This episode of Insurance Suits is sponsored by the American Association of Insurance Management Consultants, or AAIMCo, a non-profit trade association comprised of insurance and risk professionals ranging from actuarial, underwriting, acquisitions and transactions, and adjuster, agent, and broker standards of care. Find out more at www.AAIMCo.com. CMR Consulting is the proud sponsor of the video recording of this podcast which is available on YouTube.
Today, Amy talks to Fred Fisher of Fisher Consulting Group. Fred started Fisher Consulting Group, Inc. after selling ELM Insurance Brokers in order to provide specialty lines insurance-related consulting services.
He is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
CMR Consulting is a proud sponsor of the video recording. You can watch the podcast at CMR Consulting's YouTube channel.
Amy Johnson and Chantal Roberts discuss the importance of proper documentation in an insurance file.
This episode of Insurance Suits is sponsored by the American Association of Insurance Management Consultants, or AAIMCo, a non-profit trade association comprised of insurance and risk professionals ranging from actuarial, underwriting, acquisitions and transactions, and adjuster, agent, and broker standards of care. Find out more at www.AAIMCo.com. CMR Consulting is the proud sponsor of the video recording of this podcast which is available on YouTube.
We're pleased to have Nancy Germond, The Executive Director of Risk Management and Education at the Big I, of InsuranceWriter.com, and of a world-renowned plumbing dynasty.
Nancy is a member of AAIMCo, who is the sponsor of this podcast and episode. AAIMCo’s purpose is to provide a forum for insurance and risk consultants:
- To promote the exchange of information, share education, offer advice and provide counsel among its members;
- To help the insurance industry operate more efficiently and profitably;
- To establish professional standards of knowledge, experience, and conduct for those serving that industry in the capacity of insurance and risk consultants; and
- To give official recognition to those who have attained such standards.
Since its inception, AAIMCo has grown to include many disciplines and has developed a Code of Ethics to which all members must subscribe in writing. Members share ideas, learning from each other in the many areas of specialization which our membership represents. To find members or become a member go to www.AAIMCo.com.
Amy and Chantal continue their discussion on insurance policies in part II. Learn about the parts of the Declarations Page, why having premiums next to coverage lines are important, knowing the edition date of the policy, and who has the burden of proof.
Amy and Chantal join up for the first time to discuss what you should know about insurance policies. Learn the difference between first- and third-party claims, the duties of the insurance carrier, and the duties of the policyholder.
Today we speak with Michael W. Johnston, the founding partner of Johnston Legal Group, PC, Baylor Bear, and insurance expert with AAIMCo. Michael tells us how he got started in insurance, what the "no arrogance" zone is, and what people seem to misunderstand about insurance.
This is the inaugural episode for Insurance Suits, a bi-monthly podcast where insurance and lawsuits intersect.
Listen to find out more about the upcoming season. If you need an insurance expert witness, visit www.AAIMCo.com.