Welcome to The Edge

This month marks the one year anniversary of our Client Update newsletter, and we're celebrating with a new name and a new look. Newly named The Edge, the newsletter is intended to give you a competitive edge with your clients and prospects. We hope you like it and welcome your feedback on how we can improve the content.

There's more going on at AmWINS than changes to the newsletter. We have added three new specialty practice groups to continue to align our capabilities with your business needs. And of course, we have more great articles and product spotlights to help you address important issues across multiple types of business.

We thank you for subscribing to The Edge and look forward to discussing anything in it. Feel free to forward this newsletter to any colleagues who would benefit from it, and let them know they can subscribe from the button at the bottom left, where you will also find links to our Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn pages.

State of the E&S Market Webinar
James Drinkwater, president of AmWINS' brokerage division, will be a featured panelist in a one-hour webinar hosted by A.M. Best on Wednesday, September 28, at 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) examining the state of the E&S industry. Register for the webinar.


Construction Client Update Newsletter
Our September Construction Client Update provides information about the state of the construction insurance market across the country by region. Read more >>


Product Recall Newsletter
RecallReport highlights new E. Coli strains found in beef and lists some select recalls announced in recent weeks. Read more >>


Benefits Spotlight: Retiree Benefits
Businesses are being pressured to stop providing care to retired employees and leave them to the individual market. AmWINS has developed a better way to go beyond medicare exchanges and keep the faith with retirees. Read more >>


Top Articles of 2011
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 Three New Specialty Practices Announced to
 Serve You Better

As insureds become more reliant on specialized industry and product knowledge, practices will further differentiate AmWINS and our clients. In recognition of areas where we excel, we have added three new practices.
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 More information: 
 Sarah Ruble, 704.749.2855,
sarah.ruble@amwins.com


 Wage and Hour Litigation is Here to Stay
Massive class action lawsuits have propelled questions of wage and hour law into the headlines, with companies of all sizes contending with claims. And the bottom line impact can be significant. Read more >>

 More information:
 David Lewison, 212.858.8975,
david.lewison@amwins.com


 Key Considerations for Placing Your Client's
 Errors & Omissions (E&O) Insurance

A good E&O program is vital to many businesses in today’s economic climate. Our article shows key issues to consider when placing E&O coverage, including a chart for easy reference.
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 More information:

 David Lewison, 212.858.8975,
david.lewison@amwins.com


 Protection for Project Owners and Developers:
 Which Policies Work Best for Your Clients?

Although much of the risk of a construction project is with the contractors, owners are also exposed to considerable liability. What is the best way to close gaps in a their coverage? Read more >>

 More information: 
 Sarah Ruble, 704.749.2855,
sarah.ruble@amwins.com


 Our Waste Haulers Program Is Ready to Compete
 for Your Tough Accounts
Endorsed by the Environmental Industry Association (EIA), our Waste Haulers Program offers competitive, comprehensive coverage for almost any type of non-hazardous waste service activity. Read More >>

 More information: 
 Harvey Zook, 717.214.7566,  
harvey.zook@amwins.com


 “Loser Pays” Provisions: How Will Your Clients
 Pay When They Lose a Lawsuit?

Losing a lawsuit can be costly, especially when a loser pays provision is involved. Help your clients reduce exposure with Contract Litigation Insurance (CLI), even after a lawsuit has been filed.
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More information: 
  David Lewison, 212.858.8975,
david.lewison@amwins.com