Coalition Warns: Bogus Health Plans Spreading Around U.S. (3/9/2010)

At a time when more Americans are fearing the loss of health insurance due to rising unemployment rates, the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud says consumers need to avoid fraudulent health plans that offer limited benefits or fake coverage... Full Story

Travelers Launches Mobile Applications (3/9/2010)

As the number of consumers turning to their easy-to-use smartphones continues to rise, Travelers announced today the launch of its first mobile applications, “Auto Accident Help” for iPhone® and “Quick Connect” for BlackBerry® smartphones... Full Story

J.D. Power: Insurers With Satisfied Agents Get More Business From Those Agents (2/18/2010)

Insurers whose agents are highly satisfied tend to receive a considerably greater share of business from those agents, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Insurance Agency Satisfaction Study-Personal Lines (SM) ... Full Story

Do You Know How to Drive Your High-Tech Car? (2/18/2010)

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) intends to review the safety of electronic systems found in new vehicles as well as consider imposing brake-override-systems requirements for all vehicles... Full Story

Now’s a Good Time To Offer Your Clients Flood Insurance (2/17/2010)

Snow melts and spring brings rain. These are two reasons to consider buying flood insurance... Full Story

Outspoken Louisiana Hurricane Expert Sues Over Dismissal (2/17/2010)

Dr. Ivor van Heerden, the former deputy director of the Louisiana State University Hurricane Center, is suing the university to get his job back.... Full Story

NCSL Says 23 States Consider Banning Texting While Driving (1/27/2010)

Lawmakers in 23 states are considering legislation aimed at prohibiting drivers from texting while behind the wheel, a practice already banned in 19 states... Full Story

PIA’s Brevik Named to List of 100 Most Powerful People in the Insurance Industry (1/27/2010)

For the sixth year in a row, PIA National Executive Vice President & CEO Leonard C. Brevik has been named to the prestigious annual list of the “100 Most Powerful People In The Insurance Industry, North America” by Insurance Broadcasting... Full Story

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