Inside This Issue
PRIMARY COVERAGE
Wash. governor signs Insurance Fair Conduct Act
Industry says move will increase costs for consumers
Insurers try to prevent wildfire hotspots
In California, 6 million homes in red zones
Calif. commissioner could seek Allstate refunds
Poizner will ensure rates are not excessive
Calif. permanent disability cuts ruled invalid
Some say workers' comp reforms went too far
Consumer group blocks settlement against Mercury Insurance
Coupons not adequate form of refunds
Washington seeks worker heroes, heroines
All workers' comp system employees eligible for lifesaving nomination
Critics: Wyo. medical review panels aren't lowering premiums
Panels only influencing 25% of cases
Insurers oppose Nevada bill to open court records
Questions about privacy protections raised
Survey: 75% of consumers satisfied with insurance agents
Personalized service and human interaction emerge as key factors
'Broken lawsuit system' hurts small businesses
Study claims fear dampens the spirit of entrepreneurship
At last, World Trade Center rebuilding ready to begin
N.Y. Gov. Spitzer brokers settlement with seven insurers
MARKET FEATURES
Gallagher leader says service to risk managers today 'stinks'
CEOs say improving service continues to be a top priority
SPECIAL REPORT: Personal Lines Leaders agencies that excel in personal lines sales
SPECIAL REPORT: Leader Profiles
Exclusive snapshots of selected Personal Lines Leaders
Interview: From Cuba to Capitol Hill
IIABA's Alex Soto on the continuing insurance crisis in Florida
Agents guide: Protecting against floods
What resources are available to better serve clients
INTERVIEW
Alex Soto
IIABA's Alex Soto on Congress and the continuing insurance crisis in Florida
IDEA EXCHANGE
International Insider
Chubb's Ellis on minimizing global catastrophes
New 'Green' captive insurer takes shape
Designed exclusively for the eco-friendly business
Minding Your Business
Business charters define how owners, family members work together
Climate change: Directors' and officers' risk ahead?
Publicly-traded companies face D&O risks in disclosure obligations
Closing Quote: U.S. must makeTRIA permanent
Response from policyholders is that TRIA works