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"2018 Risk Retention Group Benchmarking Study" Provides Valuable Insights
The "2018 Risk Retention Group (RRG) Benchmarking Study" from Pinnacle Actuarial Resources, Inc., is now available for download. The study offers a review of RRGs by industry segment. Get the study today! Read More
Energi Advances with a Second Group Captive
A second Vermont-domiciled group captive insurance solution is available from eCaptiv LLC. Funded through client participation, the group captives provide auto liability, general liability, excess liability, and workers compensation coverages. Read More
Proposed Regulations Clarify the BEAT and FATCA
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued two sets of proposed regulations that clarify the application of the base-erosion anti-abuse tax (BEAT) and the treatment of insurance premiums under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA). Eversheds Sutherland explains the proposed regulations and offers key takeaways. Read More
Crumbling Foundations Captive Insurer Processing Claims
The Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company, Inc. (CFSIC), the captive insurance company that has been charged with providing financial assistance to homeowners affected by the crumbling foundations natural disaster, has commenced operations. Read More
Vermont Embarks upon a Captive Insurance Blockchain Pilot
A state of Vermont pilot program will allow new captive insurance companies to register with the secretary of state using blockchain technology. The pilot program is designed to test the functionality of the emerging technology in state regulatory processes. Read More