Louisiana to Streamline Form-Filing Process for Five New Commercial Lines

The Louisiana Department of Insurance announced Feb. 3 that it is streamlining the form-filing process for five additional lines of commercial insurance by adding them to the list of lines eligible for certified approval.

The LDI said that the certified approval process requires insurers to certify that their new forms comply with all applicable laws, regulations and directives. Previously, these forms were submitted to the LDI for approval prior to taking effect. The department is making this change to create a more attractive environment for new and existing insurers in our state.

“I am confident that simplifying our filing process will result in greater competition in Louisiana‘s marketplace,” said Commissioner Donelon. “Policyholders can be assured the LDI still has authority to investigate and take regulatory action against companies if their certified policy forms are not compliant with Louisiana laws and regulations.”

Major lines such as workers’ compensation and commercial auto will remain subject to prior approval, the LDI said. The lines of commercial insurance now eligible for certified approval are environmental pollution liability, commercial excess and commercial umbrella, directors and officers (management liability), employment benefit plan/fiduciary, and commercial flood (not to include NFIP).

Source: Louisiana Department of Insurance

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