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Downward Spiral: Florida Insurance Agent Charged with Embezzlement After Lawsuits

Insurance Journal

Florida authorities have arrested a well-known southwest Florida insurance agent, charging him with larceny and embezzlement of premiums. Reid McDaniel, 33, who was named the honorary mayor of North Fort Myers last year but who also was facing a negligence …

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North Carolina Man Charged With Threatening Insurance Agents Over Claim

Insurance Journal

First, a North Carolina man filed a claim with Farm Bureau Insurance. Then he threatened three insurance agents with violence when he wasn’t paid as much as he expected, according to state authorities and one of the insurance agents. Brody …

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The Difference between an Insurance Agent and an Insurance Adjuster

Property Insurance Coverage Law

When your home is damaged, it’s natural for most homeowners to call their insurance agent. Your agent is usually the first person who comes to mind because they sold you the policy. But insurance agents don’t handle claims. That job belongs to an adjuster.

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Downward Departure: Florida Insurance Agent Charged with Embezzling Premiums After He Was Hit with Lawsuits, Complaint

Insurance Journal

Florida authorities in August arrested a well-known southwest Florida insurance agent, charging him with larceny and embezzlement of premiums. Reid McDaniel, 33, who was named the honorary mayor of North Fort Myers last year but who also was facing a …

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Carolina Agents, Insureds Stunned by Unprecedented Damage So Far Inland

Insurance Journal

Insurance agents in the mountain city of Asheville, North Carolina, said they and their policyholders have been stunned by the catastrophic damage brought so far inland by Hurricane Helene, which dumped 14 inches of rain on the picturesque community and …

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What Are the Duties of An Insurance Agent to the Policyholder—A Michigan Case Example

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The duties of an insurance agent to the policyholder will differ depending on state law. Yesterday’s post about a Michigan coverage case, Order and Bind Insurance Before the Loss—Commercial Policy Covers Water Damage Under Drain Backup Endorsement, noted that there was also an issue with insurance agent negligence.

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Handling Objections: Tips for Insurance Agents

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Jun 30, 2024 5:13:42 PM Contact Us Share: Learn how to effectively address objections as an insurance agent and increase your sales success. Understanding Common Objections As an insurance agent, it is important to understand the common objections that consumers may have when it comes to buying final expense.