Expert Articles
Confessions of an Underwriter: Jane Makin
It's been said time and time again: no two days are the same. And nowhere does this ring truer than in the enigmatic world of underwriting. As a relatively new addition to the Berkley Liability team, Jane Makin is immersed in the thrill of constant learning. Each incoming submission is...
Brokers on Insurers | BIA Named Insurer of the Year
With gratitude to our brokers and partners, Berkley Insurance Australia (BIA) is delighted to share its achievement as the Insurer of the Year 2023 at the respected Insurance Business Brokers on Insurers Awards. This marks the third consecutive year that BIA has been honoured with this esteemed recognition, highlighting BIA’s...
Celebrating the Impact of the Community Underwriting Grants Program
Community Underwriting, an award-winning underwriting agency, continues to demonstrate its commitment to giving back to the Not for Profit Sector. With a unique business model and insurance security provided by Berkley Insurance Australia (BIA), Community Underwriting has been able to support numerous charity organisations through its annual grants program. In...
Dodging the Copyright Infringement Minefield
Copyright infringement is a critical issue for businesses in the digital age. As professionals become more reliant on technology and information sharing, the risks associated with intellectual property (IP) infringement also increase. This article will explore the risks of copyright infringement and offer potential claims examples to illustrate the importance...
Essential Guide to IT Liability Occupation Exposures
IT Liability Insurance is an essential consideration for professionals working in the tech industry seeking to reduce the financial impact of risks connected to their services. The scope of IT occupations is vast, ranging from software development, hardware reselling to website design (and everything in between), making it crucial to...
Risky EV Business | The Dangers of Lithium Batteries
As the world transitions to electric vehicles (EVs), one of the key challenges is building out the necessary infrastructure to support them. This includes installing electric vehicle chargers in homes and public spaces. While this is a positive development for the environment, it also brings with it some emerging risks...
Addressing the Challenge of Children’s Brain Cancer
Cancer is an incredibly challenging reality of life for many families. And it is never an easy journey from diagnosis to treatment, and hopefully, remission and a long healthy life. This is especially true when cancer affects the health of a child, and when the form of cancer is one...
Confessions of an Underwriter: Chris Milton
Ever wondered what it's like to be an underwriter? It's not your average 9-5 gig, that's for sure. Being an underwriter means you have to know everything about everything, and yet there's always something new to learn. It’s a bit like being a detective, always on the hunt for clues...
Get to Know Extensions: Adding Fidelity to Professional Indemnity
As an insurance broker, you are well aware of the risks faced by your clients, especially when it comes to employee theft. Your clients have invested significant time and resources into building their businesses, and it only takes one employee's dishonest act to cause financial devastation. That's why it's important...
