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June 2008   
Risk Management Magazine - Vol. 55 - Issue: 6, June 01, 2008 Avoiding the Next Meltdown

The subprime lending crisis has been an economic disaster. In this month's two-part section, we preview the insurance coverage battles ahead and examine the need for ERM and IT investment.
RM Blog
 Investment Bank Hanky Pank
Thursday Jun 19, 2008
Two former managers at Bear Stearns could be the first Wall Street executives to face criminal charges related to the sub-prime mortgage crisis.  ...read more

 Water Water Everywhere
Friday Jun 13, 2008
Flooding in the Upper Midwest U.S. causes damages to homes, businesses, and infrastructure.  ...read more

 The Legacy of Mel Weiss
Tuesday Jun 10, 2008
The pioneer of the shareholder class-action lawsuit is serving time for taking kickbacks, and the corporate world is taking notice.  ...read more
 
Features
 
  Subprime Fallout: Insurance Coverage Battles 
As the meltdown continues, insurance disputes may become the next battlefield.
 
  Subprime Fallout: Investing in Data Management 
By investing in ERM and IT infrastructure, companies will be better prepared to sidestep the next major financial crisis.
 
  Managing a Data Loss Crisis 
A recent spike in data breaches has made information security a paramount concern for all organizations.
 
  Board-Level Risk Committees 
Stand-alone, board-level risk committees can help centralize risk management responsibilities.
 
  The Value of Smoothing Cash Flows 
How risk managers can help improve the company's overall financial picture.
 
  Caution 
Developing product safety warnings properly can keep you out of court.
 
 
Departments
 
  First Word 
What we can learn from the trials of a Hong Kong actor.
 
  From the Pulpit 
The story of absinthe's demise is a lesson in reputation risk management.
 
  Train of Thought 
When the pope came to the United States, he did much to enhance the Church's reputation.
 
  Smiling on Candid Camera 
Wal-Mart's recent public relations mishap shows just how bulletproof its image is.
 
  After the Fall 
Deadly crane collapses in New York and Miami have led to new safety regulations.
 
  Risk Strategies for the Chinese Market 
With the benefits of operating in China also come perils. Here's how to navigate.
 
  A Beautiful Friendship 
By proactively working with in-house counsel, risk managers can better handle coverage disputes.
 
  After Stoneridge 
A key Supreme Court decision has changed the landscape for scheme liability.
 
  Seven Sins of Tax Risk Management 
Daniel Erasmus breaks down the seven habitual tax mistakes firms must strive to avoid.
 
  Small Potatoes? 
A study identified Boise, Idaho as the Western U.S. city morst vulnerable to terrorism. How could that be?
 
  Buy One, Get One Free 
The identity theft market is getting more competitive by the day.
 
  Knowledge is Power 
When done properly, employee assessment helps companies avoid losses.
 
  Grace Under Fire 
Yet another victim falls to asbestos liability.
 
 

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