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Regulatory Risks Burdensome for U.S. Firms Abroad, Aon Experts Say
Mar 10 2006 // What impact will DP World’s decision to drop its plans to enter into an agreement to run several U.S. ports have on American businesses located in countries with strong cultural and business ties to Dubai? Perhaps...
Ohio Man Accused of Fraud Denied Request for Judges to be Dismissed
Mar 9 2006 // Ohio’s top judge rejected a request by the coin dealer charged in a state investment scandal who requested that all Lucas County judges be disqualified from hearing his case. In a four-page order, Chief Justice...
Bail for Pru Lobbyist Puts N.J. Governor in a Political Fix
Mar 9 2006 // In his first political firestorm since taking office in January, Gov. Jon S. Corzine said Wednesday that he provided $5,000 in bail money to an insurance lobbyist accused of stalking a state assemblyman. “I reacted...
Ariz. Senate Backs Higher Hurdle for Some Malpractice Suits
Mar 8 2006 // Arizona’s Senate voted to make it more difficult to win medical malpractice lawsuits over emergency health care, a step which supporters said is needed to prevent physicians from refusing to work in emergency...
ATRA Urging Mich. House Committee to Keep State a Leader in Tort Reform
Mar 8 2006 // The American Tort Reform Association (ATRA) testified this week before the Michigan House Committee on Tort Reform, urging lawmakers to help the state retain its reputation as a leader in the national legal reform movement...
Insurers Urge Maryland to Adopt Fire-Safe Cigarette Law
Mar 7 2006 // Lawmakers in Annapolis are considering legislation to mandate that cigarettes sold in Maryland meet tough new fire safety requirements. The insurance industry is backing the measure (HB 1300) that is now before the House...
Three IIAG-supported Bills Introduced in Georgia Legislature
Mar 7 2006 // The Independent Insurance Agents of Georgia suggested three bills that have been introduced to the Georgia Legislature to address Certificates of Insurance for subcontractors and workers’ compensation...
PIA: Federal Proposal Will Be Trojan Horse for Optional Federal Charter
Mar 7 2006 // The National Association of Professional Insurance Agents has reaffirmed its opposition to any proposals that call for a so-called “optional” federal charter for insurers. “Those who want to dismantle...
Ill. AG Notes House Passage of Legislation Involving Hospital Billing
Mar 7 2006 // Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan reported the House unanimously passed the bipartisan Fair Patient Billing Act that establishes standards and responsible practices that all licensed hospitals, and the collection...
Wash. Lawmakers Reach Agreement on Unemployment Insurance
Mar 7 2006 // Washington lawmakers have reached a bipartisan agreement on changes to unemployment benefits, a controversial issue that has divided labor and business interests for years. Rep. Steve Conway, D-Tacoma, said it was...
It’s not their father’s E&O policy anymore
Mar 6 2006 // Owners of mid-size companies used to make relatively easy, straightforward decisions on what types of insurance to buy. They would purchase property insurance for the buildings; liability for the autos, premises and...
Insurance customers would benefit from updated regulation
Mar 6 2006 // Inarguably, the current state-based insurance regulatory system is a dysfunctional relic that has stifled property/casualty product creativity for years. This patchwork regulatory system is filled with wasteful...
S.C. controversy rages over workers’ comp overhaul
Mar 6 2006 // There isn’t any question about overhauling South Carolina’s workers’ compensation system, but there is a lot of disagreement about how to accomplish this feat. Workers’ compensation reform is on the...
S.C. CONSIDERING ASBESTOS REFORM BILL
Mar 6 2006 // To avoid the asbestos litigation crisis some states have experienced, South Carolina lawmakers have introduced legislation that will require plaintiffs to meet specific medical criteria in order to bring or pursue an...
Insurance Customers Would Benefit From Updated Insurance
Mar 6 2006 // Inarguably, the current state-based insurance regulatory system is a dysfunctional relic that has stifled property/casualty product creativity for years. This patchwork regulatory system is filled with wasteful...
AIA SUPPORTS A MODERNIZED INSURANCE REGULATORY SYSTEM THAT WOULD:
Mar 6 2006 // AIA SUPPORTS A MODERNIZED INSURANCE REGULATORY SYSTEM THAT WOULD: Provide uniform and efficient regulation. Empower consumers by enabling insurers to respond quickly and creatively to their needs. Allow the competitive...
Conn. Lawmakers Try Again to Ban Open Liquor Containers in Cars
Mar 6 2006 // For years, legislation has been introduced in the General Assembly that would ban open containers of beer and liquor from cars. And for years it has been defeated. Proponents are trying again. “I’m the eternal...
Fla. Congressman Files Catastrophe Savings Account Legislation
Mar 6 2006 // Legislation to create Catastrophe Savings Accounts to give Florida homeowners the opportunity to put aside tax-free money to financially prepare for major catastrophes has been filed by Congressman Tom Feeney from Orlando,...
Insurers discuss top issues with Fla. legislators
Mar 6 2006 // In preparation for March sessions of the Florida Legislature, the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America hosted its first annual Legislative Conference, which brought insurance industry executives to...
Alabama Big ‘I’ supports five bills, rejects two
Mar 6 2006 // Alabama HB627 defining insurance fraud and making it easier for the Insurance Commission to join with neighboring states to crack down on fraud has gained the support of the Alabama Independent Insurance Agents. During...
