An examination of accounting theory and methods in the area of insurance loss claims. Offers an analysis of the accounting problems and procedures involved, with special focus on claims arising under policies covering risks to merchandise. The losses reviewed are those attributed to burglary,...

Frontmatter -- PREFACE -- CONTENTS -- THE S. S. HUEBNER FOUNDATION FOR INSURANCE EDUCATION -- INTRODUCTION. THE DEVELOPING NEED FOR HIGHER EDUCATION IN LIFE INSURANCE -- INSURANCE SUPERVISION -- A PHILOSOPHICAL VIEW OF LIFE INSURANCE -- LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY INVESTMENTS -- THE SIGNIFICANCE OF...