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Tail Policies 101: Key Insights for Mitigating M&A Insurance Risks

When undergoing a merger or acquisition, insurance policies might not be your top priority. However, if a claim arises after the policy period ends, you’ll…

Side A Difference in Conditions – The D&O Insurance You Think You Have

Side A Difference in Conditions, a specific Directors & Officers Liability policy, is one of the most overlooked insurance policies.

A Letter From Horton’s M&A Practice: What Merging with MMA Means for Our Clients

To our M&A clients, When Horton initially developed its M&A Practice, our vision was to deliver a unique “concierge consulting” experience, offering our clients both…

Supreme Court Ruling in Connelly v. United States Impacts Buy-Sell Agreements

By: Jon Dannemiller, Senior Consultant of Executive Benefits of Marsh McClennan Agency In Connelly v. United States (June 2024), the Supreme Court unanimously ruled that…

Navigating Geopolitical Risks: Effective Forecasting Strategies for Businesses

In today’s interconnected world, businesses face a myriad of challenges driven by shifting geopolitical landscapes. From trade wars to international conflicts, organizations must navigate complex…

Key Person Insurance: Essential for Business Transitions and Investment Security

The power and flexibility of key person risk protection, deferred compensation and funding future capital needs are essential for managing risk within your business.

Four Reasons for Private Equity Firms to Consider a Captive Insurance Program

Despite some initial reluctance, there are compelling reasons for private equity firms to seriously consider integrating captive insurance programs into their risk management arsenal.

Understanding EPLI in Mergers and Acquisitions

In today’s corporate landscape, Employment Practice Liability Insurance (EPLI) plays a crucial role in safeguarding businesses against various risks associated with employment-related claims.

2024 Trends and Best Practices in Qualified Plan Design by Cerity Partners

This article is written by Philip Steele AIF, Partner of Cerity Partners, who provide hundreds of evaluations each year to Horton clients and Private Equity…

Reps & Warranties Insurance – Q1 2024 Update

The Reps & Warranties Insurance (RWI) market has been a hive of activity in recent times, with notable shifts and trends impacting the landscape. As…

Wait, We Did All This Work to Implement MFA, and Threat Actors Can Readily Bypass It?

Multifactor Authentication (MFA) is supposed to protect our networks. And it does in many respects, but it is not a failsafe or a crutch to…

Reps & Warranties Insurance – Q4 2023 Update

In this article, we will delve into three significant insights that are currently influencing the Reps and Warranties Insurance market.

Manage the Hidden M&A Risks

Managing the hidden risks during a merger or acquisition may seem like a daunting task, but with the right information and support it can be…

Top 3 Red Flags When Evaluating Workers’ Compensation History

During a merger or acquisition, disregarding a target’s workers’ compensation history can be one of the biggest threats to the success of a transaction. A…

5 Ways to Kill a Private Equity Deal

Being Private Equity is not for the faint of heart. It’s an industry driven by your firm’s reputation for fueling growth and achieving high returns.…

The Do’s and Don’ts During an RWI Underwriting Call

You’ve signed off on an expense agreement and agreed to engage in the underwriting process with a Reps and Warranties Insurance (RWI) market. A critical…

How International Prescription Sourcing Can Help Private Equity Firms and Their Portfolio Companies

The ever-increasing cost of prescription drugs poses a significant challenge to the healthcare system, impacting the GDP and creating financial burdens for employers and individuals.…

10 Reasons to Incorporate Reps and Warranties Insurance Into Your Transactions

As the market for Reps & Warranties Insurance (RWI) continues to see increasingly competitive rates and terms, it makes more sense than ever to incorporate…

Lowenstein Sandler: Are Buyers Still Getting Paid? The Evolution of R&W Insurance Claims

One of the most common questions we receive is whether Reps & Warranties Insurance policies actually pay claims. Our friends at Lowenstein Sandler’s Insurance Recovery…

3 Key Tips for Evaluating Your Pharmacy Benefits Before a Merger or Acquisition

When considering a merger or an acquisition, reviewing the employee benefits strategy is essential for several reasons. Ensuring you retain key employees, cost control and…

Rolling Thunder: How the Credit Risk Climate Affects Risk Management and D&O Insurance

At The Horton Group, we’ve received many questions regarding the recent bank failures and how those failures can potentially trigger a Directors & Officers (D&O)…

M&A Commentary from Prairie Capital Advisors: Winter 2023

Republished with permission from Prairie Capital Advisors The U.S. economy showed resilience in 2022 but this is a challenging time. At the beginning of the…

Deal Activity Decreases in Q4 2022, Making Reps and Warranties Coverage Vital

By: Mike Richmond, Senior Vice President – Business Insurance 2021 was a record-breaking year for deal activity in the mergers and acquisitions (M&A) industry. However, deal…

How to Retain Your Key Employees During the Mergers and Acquisitions Process

During a merger or acquisition, employees may understandably feel wary about the security of their jobs, changes in management style and cultural differences between the…