Southeast News
News for September 2004
September 30, 2004
September 29, 2004
- Florida's American Superior Consents to Rehabilitation
- Fla. Insurers Often Waive Multiple Deductibles
- Fla. Debate: Will Storm Claims Lead to Higher Rates'
- Florida Farm Bureau Uses Satellite Mapping to Speed Insurance Claims
- W. Va. Hurricane Ivan Aid at $2.5 Million
- W. Va. Disaster Survivors with Insurance Might Also Qualify for FEMA, State and SBA Assistance
- FEMA Approves 23 Added Ga. Counties for Aid
September 28, 2004
- Jeanne Makes 2004 Costliest for U.S. Hurricane Losses
- 21st Century Notes Losses from Jeanne
- Alliance Mutual Teams with Homes4NC to Aid Hurricane Victims in Western Part of N.C.
September 27, 2004
- Insurance Claims Being Tallied for Four Hurricanes
- Hurricane Jeanne Tears Fresh Path of Destruction Through Florida
- RMS Estimates $4 to $8 Billion Insured Losses from Hurricane Jeanne
- $4.4 Billion Claims Expected for Hurricane Frances
- AIR Worldwide: Jeanne Costs at $5 to $9 Billion
- Soldiers Targeted: Ga. Regulator Expanding Life Insurance Sales Probe
September 24, 2004
- N.C. Commissioner Alerts Federal Reserve of Potential for $700 Million in Auto Rate Refunds
- Ga. Commissioner Says Help Available for Storm-Damaged Areas; Insured Losses Estimated at $75 Million
- Fla. Workplace Fatalities Fall in 2003
September 23, 2004
- U.S. Labor Secretary Notes $10 Million Grant to Assist N.C. Workers Following Hurricanes
- Ala. Hurricane Victims Get Grace Period on Premiums Following Ivan's Visit
- Miss. Residents Receive Disaster Aid
- Fla.'s Seminole County Chamber of Commerce Honors The Hartford for Capital Investment
September 22, 2004
A Hurricane Season of Discontent; Lessons Learned in 2004- RMS Estimates Ivan Insured Losses at $3-$6 Billion
- Fla. Removes Pair of Unlicensed Adjusters
September 21, 2004
- Cohen Tells NAPSLO: Americans At An Intersection Between Terror, Technology
- Ala. Gov. Riley Requests Federal Aid for Farmers
- Federal Help Authorized for W.V. Storm Recovery
- Fitch Reports on Alfa's Exposure to Ivan
- Fla. CFO Notes Opening of Insurance 'Super-Center'
September 20, 2004
- Alabama Gov. Riley Reports Great Progress in Recovery Efforts From Ivan
- PCI Claims Hurricane Ivan Proves Need for Tougher Fla. Building Code
- Additional N.C. Counties Can Receive Disaster Assistance Following Frances
- MJM Investigations, Royal & SunAlliance Partner in Fight Against Fraud
- Hempelman Appointed to Post at Uni-Ter
September 17, 2004
- Florida CFO Reports Progress in Emergency Response Efforts in Wake of Hurricane Ivan
- Ga. Gov. Perdue Urges USDA to Expedite Disaster Assistance for Farmers Following Frances
- Primary Group Adds Ga. P/C Inspector
- Gulf Coast DRC Resumes Operations as Ivan Moves On
September 16, 2004
- Alabama Gov. Riley Requests Federal Disaster Declaration as Ivan Hits
- Fla. CFO Sends Specialists in to Help Residents Suffering From Ivan's Wrath
- President Bush Declares Third Major Disaster for Florida as Result of Ivan
- N.C. Victims of Frances Get Disaster Assistance
- Lessons Learned From Hurricanes Passed on to Owners Set to Rebuild
- W. Va. Flood Victims Told Aid is Available
September 15, 2004
- Companies Cease Writing New Coverage as Ivan Makes Unwelcome Visit to Alabama
- Ala. A.G. Warns Against Price Gouging, Home Repair Fraud in Wake of Ivan
- Miss. Gov. Barbour Asking Residents in Southern Locales to Evacuate Due to Ivan
- Hurricanes Have Travelers Flocking to Insurance Hotline
September 14, 2004
- Ala. Gov. Declares State of Emergency Voluntary Evacuations of Coastal Areas; Price Gouging Laws Also Take Effect
- SBA Economic Injury Loans Help W. Va. Businesses Following Storms
- The Allstate Foundation Extends Portion of Fund to Help Hurricane Victims
- Kaiser Joins Insurance Journal Staff as New Southeast Managing Editor
September 13, 2004
- Ga. Pursues Federal Damage Assessment
- Disaster Assistance Option for Insured Property Owners Following Hurricanes
September 11, 2004
September 10, 2004
September 9, 2004
- AIR Worldwide Reports Fla. Losses at $5 Billion to $10 Billion from Frances
- Glass Joins Cooper Gay's Birmingham Office
September 8, 2004
- Florida CFO Accompanies President, Governor to Tour Storm-Damaged Sunshine State
- Hard-Hit Floridians Can Turn to FEMA Grants, SBA Loans to Recover From Hurricanes
- A.M. Best Moves Rating for Safeway Property Insurance Co. Under Review
- Sunshine State Insurance Co. Reports Frances Losses in Area of $700,000
September 7, 2004
- President Orders Disaster Aid for Frances Victims
- Vesta Insurance Group Notes Frances Sub Losses
- LIG Educational & Consulting Services Commercial Marine Seminars Set for Melbourne, Key Biscayne
- 21st Century Notes Frances Losses
- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Acquires Fla. Operation
September 3, 2004
- A.M. Best Comments on Potential Rating Implications from Hurricane Frances
- Dual Hurricanes Will Challenge Claims Handling Process
- RMS Estimates Potential Losses Ranging from $2 to $20 Billion for Hurricane Frances
- Alfa Corp. to Acquire Vision Insurance Group
September 2, 2004
- Floridians: Prepare for Different Scenarios from Hurricane Frances
- Ala. Broker, Agent Agree to Plea Deal for Scam
- Fla. CFO to Storm Victims: Make Sure Contractor Has Workers' Comp Coverage
- A.M. Best Places Allstate Floridian Under Review
September 1, 2004