On February 10, 2026, AIRROC and Mayer Brown co-hosted the Eighth Annual Runoff Deal Market Forum at Mayer Brown's New York office, where industry experts came together to discuss the latest trends and developments in the insurance legacy … [Read More...] about Runoff Deal Market Forum 2026
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Umpire Checklist: A Practical Guide for Commencing the Arbitration
The following is a “laundry list” that includes as many opening data points as I have gathered through discussion with many arbitrators and in my own arbitrations. Not all of these items will be necessary in every case, and I invite anyone who would … [Read More...] about Umpire Checklist: A Practical Guide for Commencing the Arbitration
AM Best: Non-Life Runoff – An Evolving Reinsurance Landscape
Best's Special Report finds the non-life runoff market continues to exhibit healthy transaction volumes, but its composition is becoming increasingly concentrated. Watch More... … [Read More...] about AM Best: Non-Life Runoff – An Evolving Reinsurance Landscape
Bermuda firms dominate growing $1.1trn legacy market
Bermudian-based run-off specialists such as Enstar are playing a central role in a global non-life legacy insurance market now estimated at about $1.1 trillion, according to a new report from AM Best. The ratings agency said the sector remained … [Read More...] about Bermuda firms dominate growing $1.1trn legacy market
Regulatory
Special Termination Provisions in Reinsurance Contracts
Most reinsurance contracts contain a "special termination" clause. The clause typically allows either party to terminate the contract early if certain contingencies arise. Unsurprisingly, there are myriad versions of the special termination clause … [Read More...] about Special Termination Provisions in Reinsurance Contracts
Chamber Pushes for Reform as Foreign Investors Exploit U.S. Legal System Through Litigation Funding
Comprehensive reforms are needed to address how third-party litigation funding (TPLF) operates within the federal tax and court system, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform (ILR), citing national security concerns and … [Read More...] about Chamber Pushes for Reform as Foreign Investors Exploit U.S. Legal System Through Litigation Funding
Legal
A Brief Review of Reinsurance Trends in 2025
In 2025, the courts issued some significant arbitration decisions in non-reinsurance cases that have potential applicability to reinsurance disputes. Additionally, decisions were handed down concerning the defense of late notice, the use of … [Read More...] about A Brief Review of Reinsurance Trends in 2025
Unlocking capital: Liability transfer solutions for captive insurance companies
Introduction: Capital opportunities for captive insurers with legacy liabilities Many (re)insurance companies carry legacy liabilities on their balance sheets that no longer align with their current strategic goals. This practice is equally relevant … [Read More...] about Unlocking capital: Liability transfer solutions for captive insurance companies
Events
AIRROC Honors Carolyn Fahey with Special Service Award
A very special award was presented at the 2025 AIRROC Legacy Transactions & Networking Forum, one as unique as its recipient. Carolyn Fahey was … [Read More...] about AIRROC Honors Carolyn Fahey with Special Service Award
Hidden Exposures and Emerging Risks
Sean Keely, a Partner with Smith, Gambrell & Russell, LLP and Andrea Silk, Managing Attorney with Gallo Vitucci Klar LLP provided an insightful … [Read More...] about Hidden Exposures and Emerging Risks
Emerging Claims
Understanding Self-Driving Car Liability
Liability for self-driving car accidents can fall on the human driver, the manufacturer or even a third party depending on the cause of the accident. … [Read More...] about Understanding Self-Driving Car Liability
Insurers need to change business models to drive climate resiliency, report shows
New research published from Capgemini and Efma’s recent World Property and Casualty Insurance Report reveals that climate change is hurting the … [Read More...] about Insurers need to change business models to drive climate resiliency, report shows
