Daily Headlines: Friday, January 4, 2013

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January 4, 2013 News By Region  National  International  East  Midwest  Southeast  South Central  West Video Today's Headlines National House OKs $9.7B More for Flood Insurance Claims; Senate OK Expected The House of Representatives voted today 354-67 to increase the borrowing authority of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by $9.7 ... Transocean to Pay $1.4B to Settle Over BP Oil Spill Transocean Ltd. agreed to pay $1.4 billion to settle U.S. government charges over BP Plc's massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill in 2010 and the ... FDA Proposes New Food Safety Rules U.S. regulators proposed new food safety rules on Friday that aim to make food processors and farms more accountable for reducing foodborne ... Top 10 Insurance TV Brands, Ads Ace Metrix, a California company that provides television and video analytics, announced the top TV brand advertisers and ads of 2012, with ... National Interstate Launches New Waste Operations Program National Interstate Insurance Co., a provider of transportation insurance, is launching a new insurance program targeted for waste ... 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 The 100-plus year-old independent agency distribution system is expanding, according to Future One's 2012 Agency Universe Study. The... More National News East New York Troopers Issue 33,000 Tickets Through Holidays New York State Police say they issued more than 33,000 traffic tickets and arrested 538 people for driving while intoxicated statewide in a ... In New Jersey, New PIP Rules Go into Effect After Court Denies Stay Request New Jersey's Superior Court has denied a medical group's request for a stay of the new motor vehicle personal injury protection (PIP) ... Massachusetts Fire Officials Urge Prompt Holiday Tree Disposal Massachusetts fire officials are urging residents not to keep Christmas trees too long into the new year.State Fire Marshal Stephen Coan ... Maine Adopts Uniform Standard for 'Independent Contractor' Classification Maine has adopted a new, uniform standard for who can be classified as an "independent contractor" for worker's compensation and other ... More East News Midwest Judge Says Michigan Car Insurance Fund Records Are Public An insurance fund that slaps a fee on every Michigan car to pay for catastrophic injuries suffered in accidents has been ordered to open ... Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Acquires Gardner & White in Indiana Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. has acquired Gardner & White Corp. (Gardner & White) headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind. Terms of the transaction ... Marsh & McLennan Agency Acquires Minnesota-Based Liscomb Hood Mason Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC (MMA), a subsidiary of insurance broker Marsh Inc., has acquired Liscomb Hood Mason Co., a $2.2 million revenue ... Allstate Adding 136 New Jobs in Ohio Allstate says it's planning to add 136 new jobs in Ohio. The insurance company said that it plans to appoint 12 new insurance-agency owners ... Drought Persists in U.S. Plains; Slight Improvement in Midwest Snowfall in parts of the U.S. Plains last week had little impact on historic drought gripping the region, but parts of northern Illinois ... More Midwest News Southeast Florida's Citizens, Regulators Agree to Restrict Eligibility for New HO-8 Policies Florida's state-backed property insurer and state regulators have cleared the path for the insurer to begin issuing a new HO-8 policy by ... Kmart vs. Kroger Flooding Case Set for Trial in Mississippi A federal judge has denied requests from the city of Corinth and the Kroger Co. to be dismissed as defendants in a lawsuit over 2010 ... Tennessee State Senator, Insurance Agent Tracy to Run for Congress State Sen. Jim Tracy officially announced Wednesday that he will run for the congressional seat held by fellow Republican U.S. Rep. Scott ... More Southeast News South Central Bridges Joins RSI International as Commercial Underwriter Texas-based RSI International Inc. announced that Brian Bridges has joined the firm in the role of commercial underwriter. Bridges brings ... Oklahoma Business Group Urges 'Administrative Approach' to Workers' Comp The Oklahoma State Chamber says shifting the state's court-based workers' compensation system to an administrative model will be one of its ... Oklahoma Insurance Department Mourns Loss of Horace Rhodes The Oklahoma Insurance Department is mourning the loss of former Deputy Insurance Commissioner Horace Rhodes. Rhodes, 86, died Jan. 1 after ... More South Central News West EPIC Acquires Homeplace Insurance Brokers in Southern California Edgewood Partners Insurance Center entered into an agreement to acquire Ontario, Calif.-based Homeplace Insurance Brokers Inc. The Ontario ... New Mexico Proposal: Breathalyzers In Drunk Drivers' Homes Advocates of ignition interlock devices to combat drunken driving want to expand the requirement so that convicted offenders have to ... Yellowstone Oil Spill: Feds Say Delay Made Oil Spill Worse Delays in Exxon Mobil Corp.'s response to a major pipeline break beneath Montana's Yellowstone River made an oil spill far worse than it ... Nevada Highway Patrol issued 12k tickets for Cellphones The Nevada Highway Patrol says it handed out nearly 12,000 tickets last year to people using cell phones while driving. Officials say most ... Wells Fargo Names Pearson VP, Professional Risk Group Cyber Risk San Francisco, Calif.-based Wells Fargo Insurance named Rebecca Pearson vice president for its professional risk group's technology, ... More West News International Transocean to Pay $1.4 Billion to Settle Charges from BP Oil Spill Transocean Ltd agreed to pay $1.4 billion to settle U.S. government charges over BP Plc's massive Gulf of Mexico oil spill in 2010 and the ... Lloyd's Syndicate ProSight Launches Innovative Independent Film Coverage Lloyd's Syndicate ProSight 1110 is offering independent film makers' insurance to cover mishaps during filming, as well as failure to ... Zurich, Swiss Re in $270 Million Excess of Loss Deal for No. Am. Quake Coverage Zurich Insurance Group and Swiss Re have announced that Zurich has obtained, through its subsidiaries Zurich American Insurance Company and ... BMS Group Opens Sydney Office The UK's BMS Group, an independent global broker, has announced the opening of its Sydney office, which it said "marks another significant ... PERILS' Final Windstorm Andrea Loss Cost is $438 Million PERILS, the Swiss-based cat modeling firm, has announced that its fourth and final loss report for windstorm Andrea, which affected the UK ... More International News Join the Insurance Journal Network Insurance Journal TV Contractual, Regulatory Requirements Effects on Cyber Marketplace Federal and state privacy laws and contractual requirements are driving interest and demand of... Watch Now Privacy & Security Coverage and Trends Richard Betterley, president of Betterley Risk Consultants, says cyber liability policies have... Watch Now Watch more videos at InsuranceJournal.tv New Discussions in the Forums brightway insurance brokerage in florida Posted: Thu Jan 3 -- Blah22, it must be the 80/20 rule. 80% do the work and 20% do the complaining. I'm also a Brightway agent. I'm satisfied, am building my... nire61 WC account Losses 189 X-mod hard class codes Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- All of the information posted on this subject has been good advice, But what I have found over many years handling some difficult company's... JTR High Value homes in brush Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- Anderson & Murison has established great relationships with our non-admitted markets to help place coverage for high value and brush exposed... monica reyes Signing up for an insurance directory Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- I have been doing a ton of research on the usefulness of them for our own agency. I haven't found any myself that focuses on any given... paulbennings National Agents Alliance? Legit or Keep Away? Posted: Sun Dec 30 -- After reading a number of these posts does any decently smart insurance person think that this is the answer to more income? OMG...it... surestart12345 CA Roofing Contractor WC Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- The only WorkComp market in CA for roofers is the State Fund. ets80 Non emergency medical transportation for hire Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- I am a new insurance broker in Southern California. I have recently ran into a few people that are looking for Non emergency medical... rb112278 Go to Forums Reader Comments Lawyer Seeks OK to File Claim Against State for Connecticut School Shooting Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- Yes, Connecticut is to blame because they only provided a school that was locked tight and had plenty of security measures in place.... Scott 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- You are so right Wvagt. We, as Independent Agents have a lot to worry about with the state of the economy, higher taxes for us and our... Agent Slip-And-Fall Cases Tough to Make in Michigan Courts Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- Every once in a while we manage to do the right thing. sham Farmers Agents Sue Carrier Over Contracts, Taking Client Info Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- I have been a Farmers agent for 30 years. I received a 90 day notice 3 months ago. Today is my last day. I am profitable and have a high... Patty Attorney Behind $43M Award for Ohio Agent Against Nationwide Insurance to File Class Action Posted: Thu Jan 3 -- I can tell you first hand that the whole story is definately not published here and it should be obvious why Nationwide is trying to "trash"... 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Daily Headlines: Thursday, January 3, 2013

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January 3, 2013 News By Region  National  International  East  Midwest  Southeast  South Central  West Video Today's Headlines National Flood Insurance Funds Will Run Out Jan. 7 Without Congress OK: FEMA The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which administers the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), has notified Congress that ... Attorney Behind $43M Award for Ohio Agent Against Nationwide Insurance to File Class Action An Ohio law firm that represented a former Nationwide Insurance agent for a $42.8 million jury verdict is getting ready to file a class ... The Hartford Completes Sales of Retirement Plans, Individual Life and New Annuity Units The Hartford said it has completed the sales of three businesses, closing on agreements for the sale of Retirement Plans to Massachusetts ... Fidelity National Financial Buys Health Insurance Broker Digital Insurance Florida-based title insurer and financial services firm Fidelity National Financial Inc. has acquired Digital Insurance Inc., a health ... Philadelphia Launches Coverage for Restoration Contractors Philadelphia Insurance Cos. (PHLY) a property/casualty and professional liability insurance company for niche markets, has launched ... House to Vote on Flood Insurance Funds on Friday; Sandy Aid Later Under fire from fellow Republicans from Sandy-stricken New York and New Jersey, House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, today agreed to hold ... 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 The 100-plus year-old independent agency distribution system is expanding, according to Future One's 2012 Agency Universe Study. The... More National News East Pennsylvania Governor Announces Lawsuit vs. NCAA Over Penn State Scandal Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett said on Wednesday he will ask a federal court to throw out the multimillion-dollar sanctions levied by ... Aon Risk Solutions Names Senior Consultant in Pittsburgh Office Aon Risk Solutions, the global risk management business of Aon plc, recently announced the addition of Emily Oborski as senior consultant ... Kobylowski Confirmed as N.J. Commissioner of Banking and Insurance Kenneth Kobylowski, who has been serving as acting commissioner of New Jersey Banking at the Department of Banking of Insurance for the ... XL Group Appoints Northeast Manager for North America Property Team XL Group plc's North America property business appointed Joseph Moylan as its Northeast regional manager. Based in New York, Moylan will ... In N.J. Pet Sitter Lawsuit, Debate Over 'Independent Contractor' Status A recent court ruling in New Jersey focused on the question of whether a plaintiff who was bitten by a dog while working as a part-time pet ... More East News Midwest Fargo, North Dakota DUIs Down Nearly 10% in 2012 Drunken driving arrests in North Dakota's largest city dropped nearly 10 percent last year after a record 2011. Preliminary data show ... Kalmer Named to Leadership Post at Missouri Insurance Department Emily Kalmer has been named legislative affairs counsel for the Insurance, Finance and Credit Unions Divisions at the Missouri Department ... National Interstate Launches New Fuel Distribution Insurance Program National Interstate Insurance Co., a Richfield, Ohio-based provider of transportation insurance, announced that effective Jan. 1, 2013, it ... The Griffith Foundation Awards $22K-Plus in Scholarships The Griffith Insurance Education Foundation, based in Columbus, Ohio, awarded $22,750 in scholarships to 22 students at six colleges and ... More Midwest News Southeast Even Without Big Storms, Florida Property Insurance Costs Rise Marco Tarafa was stunned to find that his homeowners' policy is increasing by nearly $1,000 a year  --all because inspectors couldn't get ... Confie Seguros Buys 3 More Florida Brokerages Hispanic market-focused insurance agency network Confie Seguros said it has acquired three insurance brokerages in Florida that will ... Road Deaths Rose in South Carolina for Second Year More people died on South Carolina roads in 2012 than the previous year, the second year in a row the state saw a year-over-year increase. ... Kentucky Highway Death Toll Up from 2011 Kentucky's highway death toll in 2012 was running slightly ahead of last year's pace and the state's top transportation official this week ... More Southeast News South Central Texas Surplus Lines Premium Exceeded $4 Billion in 2012 Premium on policies reported to the Surplus Lines Stamping Office of Texas in 2012 totaled more than $4 billion, a record volume SLSOT ... Hub International Acquires Oklahoma Independent Agency, CFR Hub International Limited (Hub) has acquired CFR Inc. (CFR), a Tulsa, Okla.-based insurance brokerage firm. Terms of the acquisition were ... Bangs, Stiltner Promoted by Louisiana Workers' Compensation Corp. Louisiana Workers' Compensation Corporation (LWCC) has promoted William B. Bangs IV to senior vice president of Policyholder Services and ... Oklahoma Agent Joins InVEST Board InVEST, the insurance industry career education program, announced that Denise Johnson has joined its national board. Johnson is vice ... More South Central News West 5 Idaho Inmates Sue Beer Companies Seeking $1 Billion in Damages Five inmates at the Idaho State Correctional Institution south of Boise are suing a handful of major beer and wine companies, contending ... No Leak Seen At Stranded Oil Drill Ship in Arctic No leak has been seen from a Shell oil drilling ship that grounded off an Alaska island during a storm, officials said, as opponents ... USI Acquires Wick Pilcher in Arizona USI Insurance Services acquired Phoenix, Ariz.-based Wick Pilcher Insurance Inc. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Wick Pilcher ... 4,400 Arrested In Arizona Over Holidays On Suspicion Of DUI Authorities say nearly 4,400 people have been arrested in Arizona on suspicion of driving under the influence between Thanksgiving and New ... New Mexico Police Say Smartphones Spread Word On DUI Stops Albuquerque, N.M. police say some motorists - including some planning to drive drunk - now use their smartphones to avoid sobriety ... More West News International Munich Re 2012 Cat Report Underscores Extreme Weather in U.S.; Sandy Losses The figures for natural catastrophse that occurred in 2012 are "dominated by weather extremes in the USA," according to a report from ... Researchers Find Cost of Combating Climate Change Surges as World Delays An agreement by almost 200 nations to curb rising greenhouse gas emissions from 2020 will be far more costly than taking action now to ... More International News Insurance Journal Blogs Babies: Little Drunk People or Expert Marketers? Happy New Year, friends! To kick off the New Year, I want to share something personal with you, and how it has led to a revelation. I've ... More Blogs Join the Insurance Journal Network Insurance Journal TV Contractual, Regulatory Requirements Effects on Cyber Marketplace Federal and state privacy laws and contractual requirements are driving interest and demand of... Watch Now Privacy & Security Coverage and Trends Richard Betterley, president of Betterley Risk Consultants, says cyber liability policies have... Watch Now Watch more videos at InsuranceJournal.tv New Discussions in the Forums brightway insurance brokerage in florida Posted: Thu Jan 3 -- Blah22, it must be the 80/20 rule. 80% do the work and 20% do the complaining. I'm also a Brightway agent. I'm satisfied, am building my... nire61 WC account Losses 189 X-mod hard class codes Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- All of the information posted on this subject has been good advice, But what I have found over many years handling some difficult company's... JTR High Value homes in brush Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- Anderson & Murison has established great relationships with our non-admitted markets to help place coverage for high value and brush exposed... monica reyes Signing up for an insurance directory Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- I have been doing a ton of research on the usefulness of them for our own agency. I haven't found any myself that focuses on any given... paulbennings National Agents Alliance? Legit or Keep Away? Posted: Sun Dec 30 -- After reading a number of these posts does any decently smart insurance person think that this is the answer to more income? OMG...it... surestart12345 CA Roofing Contractor WC Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- The only WorkComp market in CA for roofers is the State Fund. ets80 Non emergency medical transportation for hire Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- I am a new insurance broker in Southern California. I have recently ran into a few people that are looking for Non emergency medical... rb112278 Go to Forums Reader Comments Lawyer Seeks OK to File Claim Against State for Connecticut School Shooting Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- Yes, Connecticut is to blame because they only provided a school that was locked tight and had plenty of security measures in place.... Scott 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- You are so right Wvagt. We, as Independent Agents have a lot to worry about with the state of the economy, higher taxes for us and our... Agent How 'Fiscal Cliff' Package Deals with Business Taxes Posted: Wed Jan 2 -- Kind of like the old joke about the new Democratic IRS form 1040 - there are only two items; 1) How much did you make last year? 2) Send it... wvagt Thousands of Drivers Caught In Northern California Cell Phone Crackdown Posted: Thu Dec 27 -- I believe that texting while driving is akin to driving while impaired or at least reckless driving and should be treated accordingly. Even... Center Point Farmers Agents Sue Carrier Over Contracts, Taking Client Info Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- I have been a Farmers agent for 30 years. I received a 90 day notice 3 months ago. Today is my last day. I am profitable and have a high... 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Breaking News: Flood Insurance Funds Will Run Out Jan. 7 Without Congress OK: FEMA

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January 3, 2013 Breaking News Alert Flood Insurance Funds Will Run Out Jan. 7 Without Congress OK: FEMA Read the full story The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which administers the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), has notified Congress that without the approval of additional borrowing authority, funds available to pay claims will be exhausted sometime around the week of January 7. Payments on more than 115,000 claims in states across the country may be delayed until Congress increases the NFIP borrowing authority, according to FEMA. Read the full story Send to a Friend Subscribe | Unsubscribe | Send to a Friend | Contact Us Insurance Journal 3570 Camino del Rio North, Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92108 (800) 897-9965 Copyright © 2013 by Wells Media Group, Inc.

Breaking News: House to Vote on Flood Insurance Funds on Friday; Sandy Aid Later

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January 2, 2013 Breaking News Alert House to Vote on Flood Insurance Funds on Friday; Sandy Aid Later Read the full story Under fire from fellow Republicans from Sandy-stricken New York and New Jersey, House Speaker John Boehner, R-Ohio, today agreed to hold two separate votes on storm relief including one vote on Friday to make about $9 billion available to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which is running out of funds to pay Sandy flood claims. Boehner promised that a second vote on supplemental disaster aid for states hit by Superstorm Sandy will be held on Jan. 15, the first day of the new 113th Congress. Read the full story Send to a Friend Subscribe | Unsubscribe | Send to a Friend | Contact Us Insurance Journal 3570 Camino del Rio North, Suite 200 San Diego, CA 92108 (800) 897-9965 Copyright © 2013 by Wells Media Group, Inc.

Daily Headlines: Wednesday, January 2, 2013

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January 2, 2013 News By Region  National  International  East  Midwest  Southeast  South Central  West Video Today's Headlines National 10 Insurance Ins and Outs, Ups and Downs of Year of Dragon 2012 In Chinese astrology, the year 2012 was the Year of the Dragon, a symbol of unpredictability and uncertainty. The dragon represents mystery ... How 'Fiscal Cliff' Package Deals with Business Taxes The "fiscal cliff" deal that slowly, painfully took shape in the U.S. Congress in recent days fulfills some of corporate America's tax ... Evolution of Cyber Coverage: How to Sell to Today's Businesses The insurance industry has wrestled with the best way to respond to all the different privacy and security exposures businesses face in the ... House Republicans Look to Split $60B Sandy Aid Bill in Half The U.S. House of Representatives is expected to split a $60.4 billion Superstorm Sandy disaster aid bill into two parts, staging votes on ... 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 The 100-plus year-old independent agency distribution system is expanding, according to Future One's 2012 Agency Universe Study. The... More National News East U.S. House Skips Vote on Sandy Aid, Angering Members From Storm-Hit States The U.S. House of Representatives adjourned on Tuesday night without acting on a $60.4 billion Superstorm Sandy disaster aid bill, ... Busy, Stressful Year of Storm Recovery Ahead in New Jersey Tricia McAvoy is busily preparing for a Christmas party -- now set for next summer. She's making a list of who to invite to a party she's ... 2012 Was Hottest Year for New Jersey Since Record Keeping Began in 1895 It may not feel like it with the cold temperatures and biting wind of the last few days, but 2012 was the warmest year on record for New ... Lawyer Drops $100M Claim Against Connecticut in School Shooting A $100 million legal claim filed against the state of Connecticut in the wake of the deadly Newtown elementary school shooting has been ... More East News Midwest Arthur J. Gallagher Acquires Hardman & Howell in Kansas Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. acquired Hardman & Howell Benefits in Wichita, Kan. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Hardman & Howell ... Indiana Court Rules Duke Must Cover Ice Storm Costs The Indiana Court of Appeals ruled that state regulators acted appropriately when they rejected Duke Energy Corp.'s bid to pass more than ... Slip-And-Fall Cases Tough to Make in Michigan Courts Slip-and-fall lawsuits once were a staple for injury attorneys. But they've become extremely tough in Michigan courts, due to a strict ... Michigan Man Who Beat Odds Fights No-Fault Insurance Reform Sam Howell could barely speak seven years ago. He pointed at letters on a board to communicate. He struggled to stand by himself in his ... More Midwest News Southeast Veteran Inspector White Named West Virginia Mine Safety Chief A longtime mine inspector and safety official will now head such efforts in West Virginia, after Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin appointed Eugene ... More Southeast News South Central Texas' Expected Surplus Won't Lessen 2013 Budget Fight Shortfall and sacrifice: that's how the Texas Legislature two years ago defended gutting $5.4 billion from public education, laying off ... Texas Residents File Harassment Suit Against City Nine people have filed a civil rights lawsuit against the city of Bovina, Texas accusing a former police chief and other city officials ... More South Central News West Montana Court: Hutterites Must Pay Workers' Compensation A divided Montana Supreme Court says forcing a Hutterite religious colony to pay workers' compensation insurance for jobs outside the ... Shell Drill Ship Runs Aground On Island Off Alaska Royal Dutch Shell PLC's foray into Arctic offshore drilling has suffered a serious setback after one of its two Alaskan drilling rigs ran ... Murder Witness Sues California National Guard for Retaliation A sergeant is suing his employer, the California Army National Guard, for alleged retaliation after he testified in the murder trial of a ... California Court: Parks Not Liable For Bumper Car Injuries Amusement parks are not financially responsible for injuries suffered on bumper cars, the California Supreme Court ruled in an opinion ... More West News International Validus Initial Estimate of Sandy Impact is $331.1 Million Bermuda-based Validus Holdings, Ltd. announced that its initial estimate of the net negative financial impact from Hurricane Sandy is ... Condon Joins Miller's Reinsurance Team UK-based broker Miller Insurance Services LLP announced that Charlotte Condon, an experienced producer and broker of facultative ... More International News Join the Insurance Journal Network Insurance Journal TV Contractual, Regulatory Requirements Effects on Cyber Marketplace Federal and state privacy laws and contractual requirements are driving interest and demand of... Watch Now Privacy & Security Coverage and Trends Richard Betterley, president of Betterley Risk Consultants, says cyber liability policies have... Watch Now Watch more videos at InsuranceJournal.tv New Discussions in the Forums High Value homes in brush Posted: Tue Jan 1 -- Agree with D's... I have been using hull for access to those markets but I know other GAs have access as well. paulbennings Signing up for an insurance directory Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- I have been doing a ton of research on the usefulness of them for our own agency. I haven't found any myself that focuses on any given... paulbennings National Agents Alliance? Legit or Keep Away? Posted: Sun Dec 30 -- After reading a number of these posts does any decently smart insurance person think that this is the answer to more income? OMG...it... surestart12345 CA Roofing Contractor WC Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- The only WorkComp market in CA for roofers is the State Fund. ets80 Non emergency medical transportation for hire Posted: Sat Dec 29 -- I am a new insurance broker in Southern California. I have recently ran into a few people that are looking for Non emergency medical... rb112278 WC account Losses 189 X-mod hard class codes Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- Who is BBSI and where can they be accessed? We are down to the wire on this. State Fund has quoted and the other competing broker has... dgarzoli brightway insurance brokerage in florida Posted: Thu Dec 27 -- All I have to say is after working for Brightway the last 3 years, I question everything about the company. They accounting is terrible and... Blah22 Go to Forums Reader Comments Lawyer Seeks OK to File Claim Against State for Connecticut School Shooting Posted: Mon Dec 31 -- Yes, Connecticut is to blame because they only provided a school that was locked tight and had plenty of security measures in place.... Scott 6 Things for Independent Agents to Worry About in 2013 Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- You are so right Wvagt. We, as Independent Agents have a lot to worry about with the state of the economy, higher taxes for us and our... Agent Thousands of Drivers Caught In Northern California Cell Phone Crackdown Posted: Thu Dec 27 -- I believe that texting while driving is akin to driving while impaired or at least reckless driving and should be treated accordingly. Even... Center Point N.Y. Agency Owner Charged With Issuing Fraudulent Certificates of Insurance Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- Hopefully, he is prosecuted and has to serve some time. If not, I don't think many insurance carriers would want to do any further business... Agent Florida Court Allows Drivers to Rebut Presumption of Fault in Rear-End Crashes Posted: Fri Dec 28 -- The case aside, this should show everyone why cell phone use and driving don't mix and also why following too closely is a poor choice even... 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