Insurance News from January 16, 2009
National News
AIG Is Lead Insurer on Airplane Downed in Hudson River
American International Group Inc. said Friday it was the lead insurer on the US Airways...
International & Reinsurance News
Munich Re Webinar Provides Insights on Nat Cats, Industry Strength
Munich Re's Webinar on Thursday - 2008 Natural Catastrophes - presented a detailed...
East News
Maine and Delaware Consider Restricting Drivers’ Cell Phone Use
The states of Maine and Delaware are considering limits on how drivers use cell phones....
West News
Insurers Buck Against Fire-Safety Discounts in Montana
Spending to stomp out wildfires could be reduced by training and rewarding homeowners...
Southeast News
North Carolina Joins National Fire Emergency Declaration
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Wayne Goodwin, who also serves as the state fire...
Texas / South Central News
Bell Appointed Chairman of Arkansas Workers’ Comp Commission
Gov. Mike Beebe has appointed A. Watson Bell of Searcy to chair the Arkansas Workers'...
Midwest News
Michigan Advances Ergonomics Rule Over Business Opposition
Michigan regulators have taken preliminary votes to advance mandatory workplace...