Resources

Explore NARS resources for insurance and claims professionals, including industry news, claims tools, risk management insights, and trusted industry links.

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Target Markets Program Administrators Association (TMPAA)

The Target Markets Program Administrators Association (TMPAA) focuses on meeting the unique challenges of program administration. TMPAA’s mission is to help carriers, managing general agencies and vendors conduct program business with greater proficiency and profitability. TMPAA is a top resource for program business professionals for market contacts, education, networking and services pertaining to this sector of the industry.

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Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA)

The Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association (WSIA) serves over 800 member organizations in the wholesale, specialty and surplus lines industry. WSIA was formed in 2017 through the merger of the American Association of Managing General Agents (AAMGA) and the National Association of Professional Surplus Lines Offices (NAPSLO). Dedicated to developing and strengthening the industry, WSIA members have access to networking, education, talent recruitment and advocacy.

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Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS)

For almost 70 years, the Risk and Insurance Management Society, Inc. (RIMS) has advanced the practice of risk management. RIMS represents thousands of corporate, industrial, service, charitable and governmental entities, offering innovative education, networking and advocacy for the global risk community.

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Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM)

The Claims and Litigation Management Alliance (CLM) is the largest professional association in the insurance industry. Select NARS staff comprise CLM’s over 45,000 members of professionals in the claims resolution and litigation management industries. Members have access to networking events, conferences, continuing education programs and a variety of industry resources.

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National Association of Subrogation Professionals (NASP)

Many of our Recovery Unit staff are members of the National Association of Subrogation Professionals (NASP). Established in 1998, NASP’s mission is to enhance the stature and effectiveness of subrogation and recovery professionals through education, advocacy and the exchange of information.

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International Association of Special Investigation Units (IASIU)

Founded by insurance fraud investigators in 1984, the International Association of Special Investigation Units (IASIU) is a non-profit organization that promotes a coordinated effort within the industry to combat insurance fraud. They provide education and training for insurance investigators, raise awareness and support legislation that serves as deterrent to insurance fraud.

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Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA)

The Self-Insurance Institute of America, Inc. (SIIA) is a member-based association dedicated to protecting and promoting the business interests of companies in the self-insurance/alternative risk transfer (ART) industry. Members include self-insurance entities, TPAs, Captive Managers, Excess/Stop-Loss Carriers and other service providers. SIIA is a “one-stop-shop” for organizations looking for a single association to meet all of their informational, educational, networking and legislative/regulatory representation needs.

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International Association for Claims Professionals (IACP)

Global in its member composition, the International Association for Claims Professionals (IACP) provides a forum for senior claim leaders to build relationships with their peers and enhance their knowledge of strategic claim issues and trends. IACP’s mission is to improve the development, leadership and professionalism of its members and foster goodwill and better business among insurance organizations worldwide.

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Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition (MARC)

The Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition (MARC) advocates for the improvement of the Medicare Secondary Payer (MSP) program. MARC collaborates and develops strategic alliances with beneficiaries, affected companies, and a wide range of other stakeholders to work with the Congress and government agencies to implement MSP reforms that will improve the process for all.

Industry Links

Arbitration Forums, Inc.
Nation’s largest arbitration provider

Claims Journal
Insurance news and resources for claims professionals

Claims Pages
Online reference tool for claims professionals

Court Records
Nationwide public records search tool

Drugs.com
Drug search tool

Law.com
Leading legal news and information network

Legal Dictionary
Dictionary of law terminology

LexisNexis
Case opinions and summaries

NAIC
State DOI contact information

PropertyCasualty360
P&C industry news, trends, opinions and resources

WebMD
Medical news and information

American Trucking Associations
National trade association for the trucking industry

CARFAX
Comprehensive vehicle history database

DMV.org
Unofficial guide to the Department of Motor Vehicles

iCan
Diminished value reports

Kelley Blue Book
Vehicle wholesale and retail values

National Automobile Dealers Association
Vehicle wholesale and retail values

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recalls, studies, reports and news

State Traffic Laws
Basic rules of driving by state

Trucking Insurance Defense Association
Resources for defense of the trucking industry

CA Workers’ Compensation Institute
Data, practical analyses and expertise on issues and trends

Legal Information Institute
Workers’ compensation law

NFIB
State by state comparison

WorkCompCentral
Industry news

Workers’ Compensation Resources
Resource for injured workers, policy, statutes and articles

Coinsurance Calculator
Calculate amount payable

Depreciation Calculator
Calculate item value

Property Loss Resource Bureau
P&C resources, education and training

The Sales Tax Clearinghouse
Sales tax calculator

Construction Claims & Project Management
Expert training and educational resources

IRMI
Content, conferences and continuing education

Insurance Information Institute
Facts and statistics

FEMA
Resources and disasters search tool

SERVPRO Damage Restoration
Emergency mitigation

The Weather Channel
National and local weather forecasts and hurricane coverage

Weather Underground
Local and long-range weather forecasts and reports

Coalition Against Insurance Fraud
America’s only anti-fraud alliance

International Association of Special Investigation Units
Education, awareness, and networking for fraud investigators

National Insurance Crime Bureau
Combats insurance fraud and theft