Insurance News from August 23, 2013
National News
Travelers to Exit NFIP’s Write-Your-Own Program
The Travelers Companies said it plans to discontinue its participation as a...
International & Reinsurance News
Malaysia Legislates Jail for Shariah Scholars Over Insurer, Bank Breaches
The Malaysian law that exposes Shariah scholars to jail terms for rule breaches will...
East News
NYS Workers’ Comp Board to Begin Business Process Re-Engineering Project
The New York State Workers' Compensation Board said it is launching a broad-based...
West News
Disaster Assistance Available To Montana County
Farmers in Gallatin County, Mont. are eligible for federal disaster assistance after an...
Southeast News
Mississippi Officials Seek Ways to Stem Flood Insurance Rate Hikes
Calling pending flood insurance increases "drastic and draconian," U.S. Rep. Steven...
Texas / South Central News
Insured Losses from Amarillo Hailstorm Climb to $500M
A massive hailstorm that moved through the Amarillo, Texas, area on May 28 has resulted...
Midwest News
Ohio Safety Instructor Had Earlier Shooting Mishap
A central Ohio woman says a certified gun safety class instructor accused of...