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the rate at which asbestos claims are brought, the claims experience of particular insureds, and the value of claims, making

predictions of future exposure from past experience uncertain. Plaintiffs and insureds also have sought to use bankruptcy

proceedings, including “pre-packaged” bankruptcies, to accelerate and increase loss payments by insurers. In addition, some

policyholders have asserted new classes of claims for coverages to which an aggregate limit of liability may not apply.

Further uncertainties include insolvencies of other carriers and unanticipated developments pertaining to the Company’s

ability to recover reinsurance for asbestos and environmental claims. Management believes these issues are not likely to be

resolved in the near future.

Source: HARTFORD FINANCIAL S, 10-K, February 12, 2009