How to Compete for Personal Lines with the Direct Writers November 28, 2011 By Alan L. Shulman Let’s face facts. It’s unlikely that any individual independent agency will ever “beat” the direct writers. They have massive marketing...
New Orleans Seeking Artists to Create Evacuation Point Icon November 28, 2011 By Kevin McGill It’s a tall order for an artist: create a design for a long-lasting work of public art — a new...
Indiana Senator to Lead National Insurance Group November 28, 2011 Indiana Senate Democratic Leader Vi Simpson is leading a national group of lawmakers looking to streamline insurance policy across the...
Former North Dakota Insurance Agent Admits to Mail, Wire Fraud November 28, 2011 A former Minot, N.D., insurance agent has pleaded guilty to mail and wire fraud charges in federal court. Court documents...
80% of Claims from May Tornado in Minneapolis Have Been Resolved November 28, 2011 The Minnesota Department of Commerce has reported that insurance companies have resolved about 80 percent of the claims generated after...
More Earthquakes Recorded in Oklahoma; Gov. Requests Disaster Assistance November 28, 2011 At least five small earthquakes were recorded in central Oklahoma over the long Thanksgiving weekend. The U.S. Geological Survey says...
U.S. Rep. Barney Frank of Massachusetts Won’t Seek Re-election November 28, 2011 U.S. Democratic Representative Barney Frank, who helped to craft the landmark overhaul of financial regulations that bears his name, will...
Ratings Roundup: Hiscox (US), Western Mutual November 28, 2011 A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating of ‘A’ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a” of Chicago-based...
Best Affirms Virginia Surety Co. Ratings; Outlook Positive November 28, 2011 A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating (FSR) of ‘A-‘ (Excellent) and issuer credit rating of “a-” of...
Supreme Court to Decide Whether Harm Needed in Kickback Suits November 28, 2011 By James Vicini In a dispute pitting big business against consumer groups, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments Monday on whether a person...