Latest Michigan Headlines
All the headlines from our Michigan Topic Page, ordered by recency.
Michigan Auto Insurance Bill Would Give Motorists Choice in Med Coverage
Apr 30 2008 // A bill being considered by the Michigan legislature would let motorists save up to 16 percent on their auto insurance by choosing less medical coverage. Michigan is the only state to require unlimited personal injury...
Mich. Supreme Court Limits Time to Sue Insurers
Apr 28 2008 // The Michigan Supreme Court on Wednesday, April 23rd, struck down a legal precedent that generally gave motorists more time to sue their insurance company for unpaid claims under some circumstances. The 4-3 ruling follows...
In Midwest, Recession Makes Soft Market Even Tougher
Apr 22 2008 // When it comes to dealing with a recession, independent agents in Michigan carry the dubious distinction of having more experience than their counterparts in other Midwestern states. Michigan has been knee deep in a...
Snowmobile Deaths in Michigan Rise Slightly in 2007-08
Apr 21 2008 // The number of snowmobile-related deaths in Michigan rose slightly this past winter — the first increase in five years. A report says 22 people died from snowmobile injuries during the 2007-08 winter, compared with 20 the...
New Markets
Apr 21 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Liquor Liability Coverage Nuts &...
Mich. House Passes Auto Insurance Bills; No Vote Taken on Credit Ban
Apr 17 2008 // The Democrat-led Michigan House has passed bills supporters say could make auto insurance more affordable for some Michigan residents. The bills approved on Tuesday would give state regulators power to order refunds if...
Weather Service Confirms Southwest Michigan Hit by Small Tornado
Apr 11 2008 // A small tornado was to blame for damaging a barn housing some horses and knocking down trees in southwestern Michigan, according to the National Weather Service. No injuries were reported but more than 6,500 Consumers...
Snowmobile Deaths in Michigan Rise Slightly in 2007-08
Apr 9 2008 // The number of snowmobile-related deaths in Michigan rose slightly this past winter. It’s the first increase in five years. A report issued Monday says 22 people died from snowmobile injuries during the 2007-08...
Declarations
Apr 7 2008 // Flood Concerns “Within the time constraints available to us, we exhausted our legal options.” —Missouri Attorney General Jay Nixon comments on two lost attempts to stop the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from...
In Midwest, Economic Downturn Makes Soft Market Even Tougher
Apr 7 2008 // In recession-battered Michigan and elsewhere, agents pursue opportunities despite market conditions When it comes to dealing with a recession, independent agents in Michigan carry the dubious distinction of having more...
New Markets
Apr 7 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Liquor Liability with Assault and...
Michigan Athletic Group Ordered to Pay Millions in Gender-equity Case
Apr 3 2008 // A federal judge ordered the Michigan High School Athletic Association to pay millions in legal bills, plus interest, after its scheduling system was found to have discriminated against some female student-athletes. U.S....
Four Charged in 1999 Arson Fire at Michigan State University
Mar 24 2008 // More than eight years after a New Year’s Eve fire at Michigan State University, four people have been indicted related to an arson incident federal authorities said was an act of domestic terrorism. The government...
New Markets
Mar 24 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Contractors Nuts & Bolts: Lemac &...
Michigan Senate Plan for Health Insurance Segment Coming Soon
Mar 21 2008 // A Republican in the Michigan Senate is expected to propose changes to rules guiding Michigan’s health insurance market for individuals who aren’t covered by employer or government plans. Senator Tom George...
Four Charged in 1999 Arson Fire at Michigan State University
Mar 13 2008 // More than eight years after a New Year’s Eve fire at Michigan State University, four people have been indicted related to an arson incident federal authorities said Tuesday was an act of domestic terrorism. The...
New Markets
Mar 10 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Blanket Accident Insurance Nuts &...
New Markets
Mar 10 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Blanket Accident Insurance Nuts &...
New Markets
Mar 10 2008 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Blanket Accident Insurance Nuts &...
Michigan Governor Appoints Hollowell as State’s Insurance Advocate
Mar 7 2008 // Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm has appointed a longtime ally to fill a new job in her administration. Granholm picked Melvin “Butch” Hollowell to be the state’s automobile and home insurance consumer...
