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[Video] Hinshaw Insurance Law TV – Transaction Insurance Solutions

JD Supra: Mergers

Scott Seaman, Co-Chair of Hinshaw’s global Insurance Services Practice Group, moderates a panel of transaction insurance professionals, including Global Co-CEO of Aon's M&A and Transaction Solutions practice Gary Blitz, Managing Directors Vip Patel and Ed Conlon, and Senior Vice President Anthony Dragone.

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FAQs on the Q3 2023 Reps & Warranties Insurance

JD Supra: Mergers

Given the current state of the market, deal flow is down and, therefore, so is the number of submissions getting sent to representations and warranties insurance (RWI) underwriters. Underwriters are poised to strike when the market picks back up again but, in the meantime, where does that leave us? By: Woodruff Sawyer

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Important RWI Considerations under the Corporate Transparency Act

JD Supra: Mergers

Given the breadth of standard representations and warranties insurance (“RWI”) policies, carriers and underwriters should be aware of these new requirements and their impact on RWI policies issued in 2024 and beyond. In the below legal update, the Seyfarth RWI Underwriting Counsel team describes the new filing.

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[Video] Navigating Reps and Warranties Insurance in 2024: Smooth Sailing or Rough Seas Ahead?

JD Supra: Mergers

From the dynamics of larger deals to the increasing prevalence of minority investments and earn-outs, the video sheds light on a diverse range of deals that have captured the attention of underwriters as well as the outlook for premium and retention rates. By: Woodruff Sawyer

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5 Essential Tips for Tailoring Your Diligence Plan to Secure R&W Insurance in Manufacturing Deals

JD Supra: Mergers

It is no secret that a representations and warranties (R&W) insurer’s underwriting focus is informed by industry-specific risks and claims experience. By: Goodwin

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What is an Insurance Underwriter? (Definition and Key Responsibilities)

Peak Frameworks

An insurance underwriter is a professional responsible for evaluating the risk of insuring a person or asset and determining policy terms. Originating from marine insurance in Europe during the 17th century, underwriting has come a long way. This ensures that the insurer can cover the potential payout.

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R&W Insurance: Claims Still Common With Established Targets and Sophisticated Buyers

Deal Lawyers

. “With 5,089 policies placed, 1,040 claims received, and 97 payments made,” Euclid believes “this is the largest data set used in an RWI claims study produced by an underwriter to date.” ” […]