Insurance News from October 27, 2006
National News
Profits Surge at Chubb; Professional Liability Continues Improvement
The Chubb Corp. reported that net income in the third quarter of 2006 was $604 million,...
International & Reinsurance News
Willis Posts $89 Million Q3 Net Income
Global broker Willis Group Holdings Limited reported net income for the quarter ended...
East News
R.I. Man Appeals Wrongful Death Verdict in Wife’s Scuba Diving Accident
A former Jamestown, R.I. town councilor found liable in his wife's scuba diving death...
West News
Hawaii County Cuts Red Tape for Big Island Repairs
The Hawaii County Council has voted to waive standard construction permit requirements...
Southeast News
Apex, N.C. Fire Chief Predicted Heavy Loss From Chemical Fire
Apex's fire chief told a North Carolina state task force this week that he was prepared...
Texas / South Central News
Lawmakers: AP’s New Orleans Insurance Analysis Points to Need for Legislation and Outreach
An Associated Press analysis showing white homeowners in New Orleans were three times...
Midwest News
Fewer Hurricanes Allow St. Paul Travelers 3rd Quarter Profit to Soar
Minneapolis-based St. Paul Travelers Cos. Inc. reported a six-fold increase in earnings...