James Landis

James P. Landis, JD, CPA, MBA is principal of UniCaptive Advisors, LLC, an independent consultant to the captive industry. He has been involved in the formation and management of captive insurance companies for more than 25 years, is the former managing partner of Intuitive Captive Solutions and is a member of the board of directors of the Delaware Captive Insurance Association.

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Captives: Congress Shoots, Misses

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Congress tried to eliminate abuses in the formation of small captives but failed -- and may have made the problem worse.

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831(b) Captives and the IRS: Underwriting and Audit Roulette

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Promoters often forget that each captive must have legitimate risks and properly priced premiums.|Promoters often forget that each captive must have legitimate risks and properly priced premiums.

Series LLCs And Section 831(b) Captives

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Ever since the Department of Treasury issued Proposed Regulations in September 2011, there has been increased awareness and “hype” surrounding the use of Series LLCs and their accompanying Special Business Units (“SBUs”) for the formation of captive insurance companies. It seems that many captive providers think this new structure is “better than sliced bread.” In our view, it is just bread.|

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The Third Wave of AI

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After the initial wave of AI efforts and then the generative AI phenomenon that began two years ago, you'll hear a lot in 2025 about AI that can act as our agents.

Insurance Fraud Rises as AI Powers Scams

Insurers must balance sophisticated fraud prevention with seamless customer experiences in an AI-driven landscape. Here's how. 

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Dashcams Combat Rising Wave of Insurance Fraud

As dashcam adoption surges, these devices are becoming crucial weapons against rising insurance fraud and staged accidents.

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5 Client Retention Strategies for Insurance Agents

The lingering effects of rising premiums, coverage restrictions and evolving client expectations are making retaining business and maintaining strong relationships paramount.

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Secret Powers Behind Super Insurance Agents

Three technologies are transforming insurance agents into digital-age concierges for their customers.

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How to Tackle Third-Party Security Challenges

As insurance firms grapple with rising cyber threats, effective B2B identity management becomes crucial for protecting sensitive data.

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Keys to Commercial Property Insurance Management

Data-driven technologies reshape commercial property insurance as managers tackle evolving risks and regulatory demands.

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