Download or read book The Fundamentals of Insurance written by Hargovind Dayal and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2017-11-02 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Insurance is perhaps the most effective device for managing ‘risk,’ which is a pervasive phenomenon in our lives. We can sometimes avoid or reduce it but never entirely eliminate it. Whether you are a Graduate student who is studying insurance as a part of your curriculum, or an Executive managing your Organization’s Insurance and Risk Management Program this book will provide you with a strong conceptual foundation, comprehensive knowledge of non-life and life insurance products, and perspectives on how insurance functions as a part of the economy. Essentially, you will understand ‘why’ it is needed, ‘what’ solutions it provides, and ‘how’ different business processes and professionals work together to deliver the vital compensation to victims of disasters. Organized in 18 chapters that are comprehensive yet brief, it continuously relates facts to theories, concepts to processes, events to their context, and the rule-of-thumb to underlying basic principles. Thus, insurance will be demystified, and you will be empowered to decode ‘insurance speak.’

Download or read book Fundamentals of Risk and Insurance written by Emmett J. Vaughan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1978 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This classic, comprehensive book is divided into three sections. The first section examines the concept of risk, the nature of the insurance device, and the principles of risk management. This section also provides an overview of the insurance industry. The second section examines the traditional fields of life and health insurance as solutions to the risks connected with the loss of income. The Social Security system, workers compensation, and other social insurance coverages are discussed. The final section deals with the risks associated with the ownership of property and legal liability. Updated to reflect the changes in the field of insurance since 1996, and a listing of Web sites of interest.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Title Insurance written by James L. Gosdin and published by American Bar Association. This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A broad yet thorough overview, this book explains the basic elements of title insurance and gives attorneys and real estate professionals the practical knowledge and tools to counsel and protect their clients. Written in an accessible style, it explains what title insurance means, what it can and cannot do, and what can be asked for in a real estate transaction. It provides examples, practice pointers, charts and checklists to explain key points. It covers all relevant topics, including a general background of title insurance, its variations and common features, typical title insurance coverage and issues; explanations of the 2006 ALTA Loan Policy and the 2006 ALTA Owner's Policy, and much more.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Insurance Coverage in all 50 States Fourth Edition written by Bradley W. Matthiesen and published by Juris Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamentals of Insurance Coverage in All 50 States is a unique compendium and overview of all aspects of insurance coverage law in every state, with a special emphasis on some of the unique aspects of insurance coverage involving environmental claims. The treatise utilizes and cites state and federal statutes, insurance regulations, and case law from every state, as a framework for a unique and unprecedented treatment of this complicated subject. The book is designed specifically for insurance claims handlers and supervisors who have responsibility for or occasion to deal with coverage issues relating to third-party defense litigation, first-party claims litigation, and reservation of rights scenarios. In addition to being an excellent and easy to understand primer on coverage issues and the basic insurance contract, this book is suitable for both the inexperienced claims professional and the seasoned veteran. It is also the perfect "starting point" for any research or litigation briefing by trial lawyers, defense counsel, or in-house insurance counsel. It is a must for anyone with multi-state responsibilities. Fundamentals of Insurance Coverage in All 50 States compile all of the relevant law, regulations and case decisions from all 50 states into one easy to understand and easy to use reference book, the first place a lawyer or claims handler should turn when coverage matters rear their ugly heads. The book intentionally omits references to federal law, which plays a very limited role in insurance regulation, except insofar as it may be necessary to clarify issues of state law. The book is a comprehensive treatment of all coverage issues that the average insurance lawyer, claims handler or supervisor might be expected to run across in any given situation. This one of a kind treatise covers the following issues in all 50 jurisdictions: • Understanding Contracts of Insurance • Law Governing Insurance Policies • Tackling Ambiguity and Interpretation of Policies • General Contract Rules for Interpretation • Rights and Obligations of Contracting Parties • Limitations of the "Construed against Drafter" Rule • The Extent of Risks and Coverages • Good Faith and Fair Dealing; Bad Faith • Basic Policy Defenses • Cooperation of the Insured • Failure to Pay Premiums • Environmental Issues and Related Insurance Law

Download or read book Aircraft Insurance Fundamentals written by Timothy K Bonnell, Jr and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-05-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Aircraft Insurance Fundamentals: A Concise Guide For Aircraft Owners and Operators: Revised and Expanded 2nd Edition, by Timothy K. Bonnell Jr., is a practical reference for navigating the world of aircraft insurance. Readers will learn why aircraft insurance is unique from other areas of insurance, what affects aircraft insurance rates, how to read an aircraft insurance policy, and how an aircraft insurance underwriter determines premiums. After reading this book, readers will have a general understanding of what is and isn't covered by an aircraft insurance policy. This revised and expanded edition includes comprehensive insights into insuring Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS or drones), as well as the rapidly advancing sectors of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electronic vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This edition not only revises existing content but also introduces crucial new sections designed to equip readers with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of modern aviation insurance.

Download or read book FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE INSURANCE THEORIES AND APPLICATIONS written by KANINIKA MISHR and published by PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.. This book was released on 2016-07-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human life, in all its manifestations, has immeasurable social and economic value. Since ancient times, human beings have tried to put in place systems to sustain and flourish in the face of adversity. In modern times, life insurance is one such financial arrangement that provides social and economic security to individuals and to the communities. Awareness of the basic features and categories of insurance is important in today’s life insurance market where all companies are offering a number of innovative products with multiple features. Divided into three parts, this book incorporates the basics of life insurance, risk management, and health and micro-insurance, in detail. Part I (Concepts, Principles and Processes) systematically defines life insurance, its legal contract and characteristics, marketing and distribution processes involved, and the future trends. Part II (Risk Management, Underwriting, Reinsurance and Claims) explicates the importance of risk management, the process of underwriting, and the types and concepts of reinsurance and claims. Part III (Employee Benefits, Pensions, Annuities, Micro-insurance and Health Insurance) covers allied topics, such as pension products, micro-insurance and health insurance which are increasingly becoming important for the industry for both the social and commercial perspectives.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Insurance written by Robert Irwin Mehr and published by Irwin Professional Publishing. This book was released on 1986 with total page 802 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Fundamentals of General Insurance Actuarial Analysis written by Jacqueline Friedland, FCIA, FCAS, MAAA and published by ACTEX Publications. This book was released on 2014-01-01 with total page 441 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text introduces the commonly used, basic approaches for reserving and ratemaking in General Insurance. The methods are described through detailed examples that are linked from one chapter to another to illustrate their practical application. Also, professionalism requirements and standards of practice are presented to set the context for the methods and examples.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Insurance Planning written by Burton T. Beam and published by Ingram. This book was released on 2007-04 with total page 800 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Property Insurance Litigator s Handbook written by Leonard E. Murphy and published by American Bar Association. This book was released on 2007 with total page 444 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Fundamentals of Health Insurance written by and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Insurance Fundamentals written by and published by Dearborn Trade. This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Fundamentals of Insurance written by Tena B. Crews and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2009-03-26 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: FUNDAMENTALS OF INSURANCE, 2E, International Edition combines hands-on activities, examples from news-making companies, creative special features, and solid content to give your students a full understanding of insurance. Extensive use of activities help students better understand the importance of insurance and how it affects them today—and through to their retirement days.Insurance careers are integrated throughout the text, as well as being provided as a focus in their own chapter. Research questions require students to make contact with the insurance world where they will get additional career information and bring interest and realism into the classroom. Students learn the importance of risk management, property and auto insurance, health coverage, insurance rates, claims procedures, careers in insurance, annuities and planning for retirement.

Download or read book Medical Insurance Made Easy E Book written by Jill Brown and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-08-07 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This combination textbook and workbook, explains each phase of the medical claim cycle, from the time the patient calls for an appointment until the financial transaction for the encounter is completed. Coverage includes types of insurance payers, basic coding and billing rules, and standard requirements for outpatient billing using the CMS-1500 claim form. It also emphasizes legal aspects related to each level of the medical claim cycle and the importance of the medical office employee, showing their responsibility for and impact on successful reimbursement. 3 separate chapters offer coverage of the basic concepts of medical coding. A comprehensive overview of the CMS-1500 claim form with step-by-step guidelines and illustrations thoroughly covers reimbursement issues and explains the billing process. Includes detailed information on various insurance payers and plans including Medicare, government medical plans, disability plans, private indemnity plans, and managed care. Stop & Review sections illustrate how the concepts presented in each chapter relate to real-life billing situations. Sidebars and Examples highlight key concepts and information related to the core text lesson. A companion CD-ROM contains sample patient and insurance information that readers can use to practice completing the accompanying CMS-1500 claim form, as well as a demonstration of Altapoint practice management software. Features completely updated information that reflects the many changes in the insurance industry. Contains a new chapter on UB-92 insurance billing for hospitals and outpatient facilities. Includes a new appendix, Quick Guide to HIPAA for the Physician's Office, to provide a basic overview of the important HIPAA-related information necessary on the job.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Risk and Insurance written by Emmett J. Vaughan and published by . This book was released on 1989-01-26 with total page 806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new edition of the standard insurance text, revised to reflect changes that have occurred in the insurance industry and its environment since 1986. Incorporates changes wrought by the Risk Retention Act of 1986, the Tax Reform Act of 1986, the Revenue Act of 1987, and the Medicare Expansion Act of 1988. Covers legal changes, revisions in policy forms, and the introduction of new forms of insurance. As in previous editions, emphasis is on the insurance product and its use within a risk-management framework. The three sections cover the concept of risk, the nature of the insurance device, and the principles of risk management. Specific contracts are examined in detail in order to illustrate insurance principles in action. An appendix contains specimen copies of most major types of policies.

Download or read book Fundamentals of Insurance Planning Fourth Edition written by Kevin M. Lynch and published by . This book was released on 2011-10-01 with total page 866 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication focuses on the role of planning for insurance needs. Covers basic concepts in risk management and insurance, industry operations, legal principles pertaining to this industry, and regulation of insurers. Examines social insurance, life insurance and annuities, medical and disabilit income insurance, long-term care insurance, and personal property and liability insurance. Concludes with an overview of commercial property and liability insurance and a case study.

Download or read book Fundamentals Of Risk And Insurance 9Th Ed written by Emmett J Vaughan & Therese Vaughan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-06-21 with total page 706 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This consumer-oriented textbook addresses the principles of risk management without skimping on the discussion of insurance. It summarizes the nature of pure risk on the individual and on society and illustrates how insurance can be used to deal with the problems posed by such risk. Mirroring the diverse experience of its authors, the text is equally effective in presenting the principles of insurance theory and offering how-to advice to students. The traditional fields of life insurance, health insurance, property and liability insurance, and social insurance are treated in terms of their relationship to the wide range of insurable risks to which the individual and the business firm are exposed.· The Problem Of Risk· Introduction To Risk Management· The Insurance Device· Risk Management Applications· The Private Insurance Industry· Regulation Of The Insurance Industry· Functions Of Insurers· Financial Aspects Of Insurer Operations· The Legal Framework· Managing Personal Risks· Social Insurance Programs· Introduction To Life Insurance· The Actuarial Basis Of Life Insurance· The Life Insurance Contract-General Provisions· The Life Insurance Contract-Other Provisions· Special Life Insurance Forms· Buying Life Insurance· Annuities And Pension Benefits· Managing The Retirement Risk· Health Insurance: Disability Income Insurance· Health Insurance: Coverage For Medical Expenses· Health Insurance For The Elderly· Employee Benefits And Other Business Uses Of Life And Health Insurance· The Homeowners Policy · General Provisions· The Homeowners Policy Forms· Other Personal Forms Of Property Insurance· Negligence And Legal Liability· General Liability Insurance For The Individual· The Automobile And Its Legal Environment· The Personal Auto Policy· Commercial Property Insurance· Commercial Liability Insurance· Surety Bond And Credit Insurance· Insurance In The Future