Posted On: June 13, 2008, 2:07 pm CDT

Posted By: Peter Peril

Before this thread gets locked up. I wanted to thank all of you for commenting. In support of my earlier post...yes my statements were a little naive. I'm an Independent P&C agent in the midwest. I'm green, but not stupid, I know a number of my clients are looking to hurt my P&L. Thats primarily why I wanted to hear the opinion of my peers on this matter. I wasn't prepared for the sarcasm or the angry comments-- especially those in response to my suggestion that the government look over our collective shoulders. Sure fraud is real on BOTH sides of the desk; thats why I;m here--to learn what other ethical agents and brokers do in times like these. For me conservative underwriting and a sharp, experienced senior broker has paid off but what happens when even these fail. Our industry is in transition and I'm looking for the path that leads to continued success for my clients, carriers and my agency. Here's hoping that we'll find it. To all of you angry guys lighten up.