Local Area Networks (lans)
Systems composed of personal computers linked by a file server. These computers share software as well as databases that enable the risk manager access to information in a quick and efficient manner. For example, in Workers' Compensation claims the risk manager can quickly analyze claims data and pinpoint the exact area of the company's operations that is responsible for the most severe injuries incurred by the workers.
Popular Insurance Terms
Method of classifying risks to establish equitable rates. In many property and liability insurance lines, the location of an insured has a significant impact on the loss experience. For ...
Circumstances in life insurance in which, although a minimum rate is guaranteed, a policyowner may earn additional (excess) interest, depending on the company's investment return. ...
Requiring assets and liabilities of an insurance company to go up or down together on a proportional basis. The duration of the asset and liability should be approximately the same. For ...
Condition that results from injury or disease that is not job related. Workers compensation applies to employees disabled by on-the-job injuries or disease. In addition, five states require ...
Computer system established by London trade associations for processing insurance policies. The work of LIMNET involves the notification and settlement of insurance policy claims. ...
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Bureau insurer that files its statistical and underwriting experience with a rating bureau. ...
Plan under which an employee authorizes his or her employer to deduct from each paycheck premiums due on an insurance plan. ...
Frequency of premium payment; for example annually, semiannually, quarterly, or monthly. ...
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