Description: This paper by John Mereu describes a method for mathematically computing the expected loss under a group life contract in excess of a stated limit. The paper also shows how to compute the variance and standard deviation of the stop-loss claim and suggests how the method can be extended to group insurance benefits where the claim amount per certificate is not fixed. Paper is followed by discussions from several people

Description: This paper explores the principles upon which experience-rated group insurance currently is based and discusses the question of whether or not these principles are sound. Followed by discussion papers submitted by several authors

Description: Presentation of some of the theory underlying the experience rating process, together with the derivation and evaluation of several functions which are of use in constructing and testing practical surplus distribution formulas. Followed by discussion papers submitted by several authors

Description: Discussion of types and amounts of benefits continued on retired employees and their dependents, the cost of continuance of pensioner benefits under the group plan and methods of financing benefits during active employment.