CNA Introduces Enhanced Employment Practices Liability Coverage.

CHICAGO -- CNA (NYSE:CNA) announces another step in its updated and enhanced suite of management and professional liability products by introducing a stand-alone employment practices liability (EPL) product. The new coverage, EPL Solutions, is targeted to publicly-traded commercial companies, financial institutions and financial service organizations. In addition, EPL Solutions includes expanded definitions and enhanced coverages which address the changing employment world.

"The area of Employment Practices presents a dynamic liability environment," said Dan Fortin, senior vice president, CNA Specialty Lines. "The recent spotlight on cases of harassment, age discrimination and multiple plaintiff complaints, along with the changing expectations of society, requires a flexible approach to providing insurance coverages. We have responded to the needs of the market by introducing this updated and enhanced coverage."

CNA's EPL Solutions offers limits up to $15 million, and is a vital part of the suite of coverages that are offered to clients through its distribution network of agents and brokers. This is the latest effort by CNA Pro to keep its offerings current and timely. Further announcements are scheduled to highlight Fiduciary Liability, Management Liability/EPL for Law Firms, and Management Liability for Private Equity Firms, Hedge Funds, and Real Estate Investment Trusts.

For additional information, call your local agent or visit the website at http://www.cnapro.com/html/Our_Products/OurProducts_EPL.html.

CNA is the country's seventh largest commercial insurance writer and the 14th largest property and casualty company. CNA's insurance products include standard commercial lines, specialty lines, surety, marine and other property and casualty coverages. CNA's services include risk management, information services, underwriting, risk control and claims administration. CNA is a registered service mark, trade name and domain name of CNA Financial Corporation.

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