Insurer Group Says More Workers’ Comp Reform Needed in Illinois June 3, 2011 Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn plans to sign a major overhaul of Illinois workers’ compensation system that he said will mean...
Wife of Slain Missouri Insurance Salesman Faces Charges June 3, 2011 The widow of a western Missouri insurance salesman who was shot to death in his office is now charged with...
Economist: Exports Aiding Midwest Economic Growth June 2, 2011 By Josh Funk Strong export numbers are boosting the economy in nine Midwest and Plains states, even though high raw material costs have...
9 Days After Tornado, Rebuilding Begins in Joplin, Missouri June 2, 2011 By Jim Salter Electrical crews hoisted power poles, small businesses opened in tents and residents snatched up construction supplies as rebuilding got underway...
A.M. Best Downgrades Ratings of State Auto Insurance Companies June 2, 2011 A.M. Best Co. has downgraded the financial strength rating (FSR) to A (Excellent) from A+ (Superior) and issuer credit ratings...
Owners of Sears, Now Willis, Tower Seek Investor June 2, 2011 By Ilaina Jonas The owners of North America’s tallest building, formerly known as the Sears Tower, are looking for an investor to help...
Reversing Itself, Illinois House Passes Workers’ Comp Legislation June 1, 2011 In a reversal, the Illinois House of Representatives has passed a measure that aims to reform the state’s workers’ compensation...
United Fire Anticipates Up to $35M in Q2 Losses from Spring Storms June 1, 2011 Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based United Fire & Casualty Co. announced that it expects its second quarter results through May to include...
Morante Named to Senior Post at Michigan Insurance Office June 1, 2011 Teri Morante has been named senior deputy commissioner in the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation (OFIR) by Commissioner...
Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Acquires Fish & Schulkamp May 31, 2011 Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired Fish & Schulkamp Inc. of Madison, Wis. Terms of the transaction were not...