ALAE Methods. Methods are similar to the paid loss development method, the reported loss development method, the Bornhuetter-Ferguson paid loss method, the Bornhuetter-Ferguson reported loss method, the reported count and average value method and the reported losses with de-trended average open claim. Average paid ALAE per closed claim was not used because ALAE often involve [...]
Reported losses with de-trended average open claim method. This method is also known as the Berquist-Sherman method. Average case basis reserves at prior levels of maturity are re-stated using an assumed trend rate. The case basis report losses are then adjusted to reflect a more stable average case reserve. Adjusted reported losses equal paid losses [...]
Reported loss development method. Case basis reported losses are projected to ultimate values based on historical development patterns. Historical loss development factors are reviewed and forecasted factors are selected. The selected factors are used to project ultimate paid losses. This method is most reliable when the insurers have stable case reserving practices. The case reserving [...]