Comment on the Underwriting of Compensation for Silicosis [Discussion]

Mr. Sinnott concludes his "Comment on the Underwriting of Compensation for Silicosis" with the optimistic statement that "perhaps it will not be the unsolvable problem it is expected to be." The solution of any difficult problem must rely upon an incentive to find the answer, combined with a willingness to devote as much time as may be needed for a thorough study and discussion of all available data bearing on the question. Neither of these two essential elements is lacking in the present instance, as there always exists the incentive for good underwriting practice, and already the insurance companies have demonstrated a willingness to attack the silicosis problem.