Policies Subject to Audit. Audits are one of the few E&O exposures agencies have that do not involve a claim....
Agents & Brokers News
The American Association of Managing General Agents (AAMGA) has decided to expand its membership to include all wholesale insurance professionals,...
The prior-approval rate regulation of auto insurance is considered an unnecessary and ineffective approach, according to a new industry study....
Lake Mary, Fla.-based AssuredPartners Inc. posted a revenue increase of 36.7 percent in 2012, compared to 2011 revenue. AssuredPartners, founded...
An interesting case was recently decided by the Georgia Court of Appeals. In Garner and Glover Co. v. Barrett, 738...
Information gathering strategies Unlocking prospect information is a critical skill set that separates the best agents from rest. Recent questions...
What’s your best sales and marketing idea? How do you target new business in your independent agency? Insurance Journal is...
Accepting Payment After Hours. Many agencies continue to accept premium payments even when closed. Customers put their payments through mail...
Marsh has appointed Kevin Tobin to be CEO of its Private Client Services (PCS).Currently chief operating officer of Marsh’s Insurance...
Claims Draft Checks. Not many agencies have claims draft authority any longer, which I consider a positive change relative to...