Federal Bill Offers Break for Properties in Certain Flood Zones July 15, 2011 By Jim Suhr Overseers of levees in southwestern Illinois welcomed the advance of a federal measure that could give thousands of property owners...
Wide Range of Ideas Proposed for Rebuilding Joplin, Missouri July 15, 2011 Many Joplin, Mo., residents want the city that emerges after rebuilding from the May 22 tornado to include sidewalks, underground...
Ron Patterson Agency Joins SBMP Agency Network July 15, 2011 Ron Patterson Insurance Agency Inc., located in Richardson, Texas, has joined SBMP Inc., a network of independent insurance agencies located...
Flooding a $1 Billion Headache for North Dakota July 15, 2011 The commander of the North Dakota National Guard says flood-related costs in the state are expected to top $1 billion....
RISC Adds Admitted Program for Demolition Contractors July 15, 2011 Dallas-based RISC has introduced Demolition Select, a new admitted insurance program for demolition contractors nationwide. The program offers a variety...
Domino’s Sued After Texas Deliveryman’s Death July 15, 2011 Domino’s is being sued by the widow of a Texas employee who died a year after being robbed and beaten...
Best Sees No Rating Revisions on Validus from Transatlantic Bid July 14, 2011 A.M. Best Co. has commented that the financial strength rating of ‘A-‘ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating (ICR) of “a-”...
Marsh Names Barber to New Role in U.S. Property Practice July 14, 2011 Insurance broker Marsh has named Ryan A. Barber to the newly created role of head of Industry Specialization within its...
Best Affirms Lloyd’s of London’s ‘A’ Ratings July 14, 2011 A.M. Best Europe – Rating Services Limited has affirmed the financial strength rating of ‘A’ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating...
Willis’ ILS Report Sees Increased Investor Interest in Cat Bonds July 14, 2011 A new report from Willis ILS – Investors Eager for Cat Bonds Following Light Second Quarter Issuance – concludes that,...