Acts of God in the Insurance Industry

Instructor UIE Phone (253) 846-1155 Email mail@uiece.com

Course Overview Delivery Method: Self-paced Course Description: As climate change continues to affect weather conditions around the globe, so-called “acts of God” have become more of a priority for legislatures, stockholders, and other organizations. Similarly, with the financial impact and loss of life increasing from these devastating events, insurers, policyholders, and insurance agents alike are racing to find solutions to overcome this daunting challenge. But what are “acts of God” in the insurance industry? How are they related to and different from other kinds of disasters? And what can be done to mitigate the effects of them? These and other questions will be answered in this intriguing overview of insurance contracts. Learning Objectives: By completion of this course, successful students will be able to: Define what an “act of God” is and what it is not. Highlight the importance of terminology and policy language. Review ways insurers, policyholders and insurance agents can mitigate the impact of “acts of God.” Apply course information to the workplace with a practical and ethical mindset.

Course Schedule

Section	Description
Section 1	Uncontrollable Perils & Other Natural Disasters
Section 2	Acts of God in Homeowner’s & Auto Insurance
Section 3	Practical Steps for Insurers, Policyholders & Insurance Professionals

Additional Information

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