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Claims-Made and Reported Policies 101

Claims-made and reported policies can be tricky to navigate. This article explains how timing, retroactive dates, and tail coverage affect your legal malpractice protection, and how to avoid costly gaps in coverage.

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DHIA Wins 1st Place in Texas Lawyer’s ‘Best Of 2025’ Awards

Daniels-Head Insurance Agency has been chosen by the attorney audience of the Texas Lawyer as a 1st Place winner of the “Best Of” reader's survey for 2025!

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2025 Legal Malpractice Insurance Changes in Ohio: What You Need To Know

Ohio legal malpractice insurance rules changed in 2025. Learn what is different, who it impacts, and how to comply.

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Insurance Market Cycles Explained

The insurance market runs in cycles. Soft markets bring lower premiums and broader coverage, while hard markets come with rising costs and stricter underwriting. This article explains what each phase means for law firms and how to navigate renewals, choose the right carrier, and protect your practice over the long term.

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Price vs. Value: Making Informed Choices When Shopping for Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance

Price vs. Value: Making Informed Choices When Shopping for Lawyers Professional Liability Insurance

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Navigating Your Professional Liability Policy: Reporting a Claim & Your Rights Under the Policy

Make informed decisions when it matters most by knowing how to handle a malpractice claim, when to report it to your carrier and how prompt reporting impacts both your practice and the insurance carrier.

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The Differences Between Claims-Made and Occurrence Policies

When purchasing insurance coverage, it is important to understand the differences between an occurrence policy form and a claims-made and reported basis policy.

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Don’t Wait For Renewal: What Firm Changes to Report to Your Insurance Agent ASAP

Knowing what changes can affect your liability insurance policy, and which need to be reported to your agent ASAP is important.

Calculating Adequate Coverage When It Comes to Limits of Liability

Ask the difficult question: Will my law practice be adequately protected with the insurance coverage and limits I have chosen?

How to Switch Your Professional Liability Insurance Without Losing Coverage

Be careful when switching your professional liability insurance policy. There can be dangers if you don’t know what to watch out for.

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Lawyers Re-Entering the Admitted Market After Placement in the Non-Admitted (Surplus Lines) Market

There are many factors that can contribute to law firms being more or less attractive to admitted insurance carriers. The good news is you can control some of them.

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High Risk Areas of Practice (AOPs) with Respect to Professional Liability Insurance

Insight from a seasoned agent on how insurance carriers categorize different AOPs, and how these factors can contribute to the calculation of your overall premium.

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