Insurance News from December 12, 2008
National News
Insurers’ Backing Sought for Car Key That Jams Teen Drivers’ Cell Phones
University of Utah researchers have developed an automobile ignition key that prevents...
International & Reinsurance News
EU Edges Closer to Climate Change, Stimulus Deals
European leaders moved towards agreement on Friday on a multi-billion dollar plan to...
East News
Connecticut Taxis Have Unusually High Crash Rates
A report says Connecticut's taxi industry has unusually high crash rates, inconsistent...
West News
HCC Insurance Holdings Acquires Arrowhead Public Risk, U.S. Risk Insurance Brokers’ Criminal Justice Division
Houston-based HCC Insurance Holdings Inc.has acquired Arrowhead Public Risk, a division...
Southeast News
Mississippi Katrina Suit Challenges Funds for Port Instead of Homes
Housing advocates and low-income residents sued this week to stop Mississippi from...
Texas / South Central News
Texas AG: GAB Robins Among Firms Settling ID Theft Charges
GAB Robins, a firm that provides risk management and claims services to the insurance...
Midwest News
Mich. Senate Votes to Require Ignition Devises in Drunk Driving Cases
Michigan is looking to get tougher on drunken drivers. Legislation approved late Dec....