HAMILTON, Bermuda – July 6, 2026 — Fortitude Re announced today the signing of a $3.8 billion reinsurance transaction between its subsidiary, Fortitude Reinsurance Company Ltd. (“FRL”) and Unum Life Insurance Company of America (“Unum”), a subsidiary … [Read More...] about Fortitude Re Announces $3.8 Billion Long-Term Care Reinsurance Agreement with Unum Group
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Carrick Holdings announces transfer of reinsurance contracts of IRB-Brasil Resseguros’ UK branch to Community Reinsurance Corporation Limited
June 22nd, 2026 – Carrick Group Limited (“Carrick”), a Bermuda-based international non-life legacy insurer, has announced transfer of the reinsurance contracts of IRB-Brasil Resseguros’ UK branch to Community Reinsurance Corporation Limited by way of … [Read More...] about Carrick Holdings announces transfer of reinsurance contracts of IRB-Brasil Resseguros’ UK branch to Community Reinsurance Corporation Limited
Reinsurance Insights: Summer 2026
Welcome to the First Edition of Saul Ewing’s Reinsurance Insights. This update summarizes select court decisions, regulatory developments, industry forecasts, and emerging topics, with an emphasis on issues likely to impact claims handling, dispute … [Read More...] about Reinsurance Insights: Summer 2026
US P/C Industry Books Best Result in a Decade but Not All Lines Enjoy Success
The U.S. property/casualty industry posted its best underwriting profit and combined ratio in a decade in 2025, building upon the $1 trillion of total direct premiums written logged the prior year for the first time. According to a new report from … [Read More...] about US P/C Industry Books Best Result in a Decade but Not All Lines Enjoy Success
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
ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 – Modernisation, Efficiency and the Recalibration of ICC Arbitration
On 22 May 2026, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) published its 2026 Arbitration Rules (the “Rules”), which entered into force on 1 June 2026 and apply to arbitrations commenced on or after that date. The Rules are available here. The … [Read More...] about ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 – Modernisation, Efficiency and the Recalibration of ICC Arbitration
Organizing and Participating in Effective Deliberations with Party Arbitrators
Fourth in a Continuing Series on Umpire Best Practices Eric Kobrick is an ARIAS U.S. Certified Umpire and Arbitrator with deep experience with the arbitration process. He has served on 50 arbitration panels, many as umpire. He is also a former AIG … [Read More...] about Organizing and Participating in Effective Deliberations with Party Arbitrators
Events
NextGen Council Corner
We’re in the heat of summer and NextGen is abuzz with activity. First, Season 5 of 'The Legacy Life’ has been humming along. Since our last update, … [Read More...] about NextGen Council Corner
Legal Update: Common Traps for Reinsurance Carriers to Avoid When Handling Personal Injury Claims
Two experienced defense attorneys, Andrea Silk and Brandon Weinstein, both Partners with Gallo Vitucci Klar LLP presented at the 2026 Summer … [Read More...] about Legal Update: Common Traps for Reinsurance Carriers to Avoid When Handling Personal Injury Claims
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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
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
