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Beecher Carlson employs some of the top minds in the industry who have developed an informative and riveting collection of white papers. Take time to explore the library and contact us with questions. All white papers are in
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Every merger and acquisition carries with it the exposures of each party to the transaction. A newly acquired subsidiary may fundamentally change the risk profile of the parent company, so it's vital to choose an experienced broker who can identify and account for these exposures.
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This paper outlines the innovative approach being taken by Beecher Carlson using a proprietary statistical model designed to amalgamate diverse data sources into a simple risk quantification, scoring and explanatory method.
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If the adage 'employees are every company's greatest asset' holds true, doesn't it make sense for employers to make it a priority to provide them with a safe, congenial and productive work environment? If so, why are employment-related claims on the rise? And, why are there so many multi-million dollar settlements and verdicts in these cases?
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As evolving technology facilitates an increased usage of the Internet, almost all companies face a breadth of liability issues they may have never experienced before. Whether your company advertises online or conducts electronic commerce, it's important to understand the exposures presented and the insurance risk-transfer programs now available to address them.
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Disasters such as Enron and Worldcom have reshaped the Court's expectations of best corproate goverance practices.
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Part I of this series on Initial Public Offerings focused on the risks associated with going public. This paper focuses on the insurance that should be carefully considered to maximize protection for the directors, officers and corporate assets.
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If you are a Director or Officer at a company considering an IPO, there are things you can and should be doing to prepare your company for public exhibiton.
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This paper examines the evolution of the telecom industry and the risks that telecom companies face, focusing primarily on the exposures these companies confront in the areas of professional liability and intellectual property.
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This paper outlines the steps a prudent Director should take to stay protected in the face of heightened enforcement and investor scrunity.
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It's a growing problem for businesses of all sizes: attracting and keeping talent in the Boardroom in an age of unprecendented litigation. Fortunately, the insurance industry is responding to the growing need in the D&O area. This paper addresses many of the concerns that independent directors and risk managers may face in tackling this emerging issue.
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