Insurance News from February 06, 2009
National News
Auto Deaths Decline in 40 States; Less Driving, More Seat Belt Use Cited
Automobile fatalities declined in 40 states in 2008, according to a survey of state...
International & Reinsurance News
S&P, Best Put Swiss Re’s Ratings on Negative Credit Watch
Reactions from the rating agencies to Swiss Re's announcement of further losses (See IJ...
East News
New York Proposes Compensation Disclosure Rules for Agents
Despite earning praise from major insurance brokerages, a proposed new regimen of...
West News
Automobile Club of Southern California Reducing Auto Rates 5.4%
The Automobile Club of Southern California announced it would be implementing a $101...
Southeast News
Families’ Lawsuit Blames Florida Hospital Mold for Kids’ Deaths
The families of three pediatric cancer patients sued a Florida hospital this week,...
Texas / South Central News
Oklahoma Bill Targets Political Donations of Workers’ Comp Attorneys
Legislation filed by Oklahoma state Rep. Dan Sullivan would ensure that unethical...
Midwest News
Ohio Among States Weighing Tougher Seat Belt Laws to Get Funding
More cash-strapped states want to give law enforcement officers the authority to pull...