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Lorillard, Inc. says that, as of Feb. 20, 2009, seven asbestos- related Filter Cases are scheduled for trial, according to the Company’s annual report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 2, 2009.

Trial dates are subject to change.

As…

Argo Group International Holdings, Ltd.’s gross loss reserves for asbestos and environmental claims were US$143.3 million as of Dec. 31, 2008, compared with US$157.72 million as of Dec. 31, 2007.

The Company’s gross A&E-related loss reserves were US$149.8 million as of…