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N.Y., Conn., N.J. Agents Pick Best-Performing Insurance Companies
Aug 8 2005 // Asked to evaluate insurers in 16 performance categories, agents in the tri-state region of Connecticut, New York and New Jersey rated 14 insurance companies as overall best performers. The winners, in no particular order,...
A.M. Best Affirms FSR to the Hartford Financial Services Group
Jul 15 2005 // A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength ratings of A+ (Superior) and assigned issuer credit ratings (ICR) of “aa-” to the Hartford Insurance Pool (The Pool) and its members. Concurrently, A.M. Best...
The Hartford’s New D&O Product Protects Independent Directors
Jun 28 2005 // Until recently, independent directors serving on corporate boards could comfortably rely on a company’s indemnification and directors & officers (D&O) insurance to protect them from legal action in...
The Hartford Adds Genetic Discrimination to EPL Coverage
Jun 7 2005 // Federal law bars discrimination based on age, race, gender and other protected characteristics. Now, as a result of advances in technology and action in Congress, “genetic makeup” may be soon be added to that...
The Hartford Chosen as Preferred Commercial Insurer by National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors
Jun 2 2005 // The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors (NAW), representing more than 40,000 wholesale- distribution companies across the country, has selected The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. as its endorsed...
The Hartford Offers Agency eSubmission for Mid-Market Business
May 24 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. is speeding up the process of placing midsize commercial accounts. Independent insurance agents now can submit new business applications directly to The Hartford for general...
The Hartford’s CEO Highlights Record Performance, Future Positioning
May 19 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc., approaching its 200th birthday, is a strong company poised to grow even stronger, with 2004 marking record performance across the enterprise, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer...
The Hartford Unveils Online Insurance Center to Serve Large Businesses
May 12 2005 // The Hartford has unveiled http://www.lb.thehartford.com, a Web site custom-designed for risk managers at large organizations whose workforce exceeds 500 employees. The site reportedly helps an organization evaluate its...
The Hartford, Aetna Partner Up on Workers’ Comp Plan
May 11 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. and Aetna announced a strategic workers’ compensation relationship to help manage the rising costs of workplace injuries and illnesses. The Hartford has contracted with...
The Hartford Notes 17% Gain in Q1 Net Income
Apr 28 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. set a new quarterly record with net income of $666 million, or $2.21 per diluted share, in the first quarter of 2005, a 17-percent increase over the prior-year period. Net income...
Hartford Announces ‘Ocean Companion’ Cargo Rider
Apr 8 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. announced the launch of its new “Ocean Companion” endorsement, which attaches to the company’s Property Choice policy for medium-sized businesses. It”...
A.M. Best Upgrades Rating for The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Co., Subs
Feb 1 2005 // A.M. Best Co. has upgraded the financial strength rating to A++ (Superior) from A+ (Superior) of Connecticut-based The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB) and its three group rated...
The Hartford Endows Insurance Scholarship
Jan 28 2005 // As part of its commitment to helping public school students in its hometown of Hartford obtain a higher education, The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. has created a new scholarship for the pursuit of insurance...
The Hartford Sees 37% Gain in Q4 Net Income to $620M
Jan 28 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. reported a 37-percent increase in fourth quarter 2004 net income to $620 million, or $2.08 per diluted share, hitting an all-time quarterly record. Net income in the current...
The Hartford Introduces Universal Excess Policy
Jan 20 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. has introduced Universal Excess, a new excess insurance policy that fits over directors & officers liability, fiduciary liability, employment practice liability,...
The Hartford Adds Bauer, Campbell, Perry to Golf Roster
Jan 19 2005 // The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. plans to expand its involvement with professional golf by adding three tour players to its sponsorship ranks. In the upcoming season, 2004 Ryder Cup players Chad Campbell and...
The Hartford Latest Insurance Company to Hire Top Prosecutor to Deal with Blizzard of Subpoenas
Dec 22 2004 // The Hartford Financial Services Group has hired a top federal corruption prosecutor in Connecticut amid a wave of state investigations into the insurance industry. The Hartford, which has been subpoenaed by attorneys...
Hartford Launches ‘Quote Marine’ eSubmission Tool
Dec 9 2004 // The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. has launched a new electronic application submission, rating, quoting and binding tool “Quote Marine,” which will assist agents in selling, servicing and managing...
Keeping Up with Insurance Brokerage Investigations
Dec 6 2004 // Recent Key Developments in Ongoing Probes of Marsh, Other Brokers and Insurers Marsh ‘Hopeful’ of Quick Settlement Marsh & McLennan has been in constant contact and cooperation with New York Attorney Eliot...
Keeping Up with Insurance Brokerage Investigations
Dec 6 2004 // Recent Key Developments in Ongoing Probes of Marsh, Other Brokers and Insurers Marsh ‘Hopeful’ of Quick Settlement: Marsh & McLennan (MMC) has been in constant contact and cooperation with New York...
