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Claims Are Avocados

A witty and insightful exploration of claim development through the deliciously relatable lens of avocado ripening. Blending storytelling, insurance expertise, and humor, this blog post breaks down how the timing, management, and documentation of claims impact their ultimate cost—just like picking the perfect avocado. Ideal for risk managers, claims professionals, and insurance nerds who appreciate a ripe analogy (pun intended), this post makes complex risk concepts engaging and memorable.

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Insurance Loan Sharks

Discover the wild world of litigation funding, explained through an Uber ride, loan sharks, and Paulie from The Sopranos. From predatory interest rates to unregulated investment funding that’s shaking up the liability insurance market, this blog breaks down how lawsuits are being secretly bankrolled—and why it matters for risk management and insurance pros.

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Risk Management Lessons from the Diddy Trial

Explore the risk management and insurance implications emerging from the Diddy trial, including Cassie Ventura’s $10M hotel settlement. Learn why Intercontinental Hotels may be liable, and uncover key lessons for businesses on duty of care, employee training, workplace violence protocols, and video surveillance policies. Real-world takeaways for hospitality, HR, and risk professionals.

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