Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Global insured losses from natural catastrophes totaled US$60 billion during the first half of 2024, or 62% above the 10-year average, according to preliminary estimates from Swiss Re.
Central Insurance
AUGUST 7, 2024
Construction sites are full of potential hazards that can impact worker safety. From wearing PPE to conducting regular inspections, discover how to protect your team through a culture of safety. The post Examples of Hazards on Construction Sites and How to Build a Safety Culture appeared first on Central Insurance Blog.
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Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
If a property insurer is going to object to an appraisal panel member’s fee arrangement, it must do so early in the process – not after the panel provides an unfavorable, multimillion-dollar appraisal award.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
AUGUST 7, 2024
Wildfire season is here, and if you’ve experienced a loss, navigating your insurance claim can be daunting. Here’s what Californians need to know on day one to get your claim off on the right footing. Check Your Coverage Limits and Address Underinsurance Issues. Ideally, you already know your coverage details, but if not, review your … The post There’s a Wildfire Burning – What Do I Need to Know About Insurance?
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Department of Energy on Tuesday announced $2.2 billion in funding for eight projects across 18 states to strengthen the electrical grid against increasing extreme weather, advance the transition to cleaner electricity and meet a growing demand for power.
Splash: Finance and Insurance
AUGUST 7, 2024
Gus Majed, the CEO of the Paratus Group, addresses the risk management gap in the global bunker fuel and freight markets. The global bunker fuel market, consuming approximately 3.5m barrels per day, alongside the global freight market, with a staggering 900m dwt in dry and wet tonnage, plays a critical role in the world economy.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for Virginia based on National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts that indicate the state could see significant rainfall and flooding from Tropical Storm Debby.
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Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
A survey of nearly 1,000 IT and security professionals shows numerous organizations were targeted by ransomware attacks in the past year with a high degree of success, with most paying a ransom—many of which paid multiple times.
AMAXX
AUGUST 7, 2024
When it comes to managing workers’ compensation, understanding classification rules is fundamental. These rules not only influence the amount you pay in premiums but also help ensure that your company is correctly classified based on the work it performs. Misclassification can lead to costly errors, either by overpaying premiums or by facing penalties for underreporting risk.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
One child was killed and another was injured after a wind gust blew a bounce house into the air at a baseball game in Maryland last Friday night, local officials said.
LexisNexis
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Border Chronicle, Aug. 6, 2024 "CBP’s sweeping DNA program places asylum seekers’ genetic profiles in a massive criminal investigations database without their knowledge.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Pine Walk Capital Ltd., the specialist managing general agency platform and wholly owned subsidiary of The Fidelis Partnership (TFP), announced the launch of Novagen, a renewables MGA.
PSM Brokerage
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released preliminary technical Medicare Part D bid information for the 2025 contract year to assist Part D plan sponsors in finalizing their Part D and Medicare Advantage (MA) offerings. This preparation is crucial for the upcoming Medicare Open Enrollment period. Additionally, CMS has announced a voluntary demonstration to support the implementation of the redesigned Part D benefit, aiming to improve stability for Medicare benefici
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
A U.S. judge dismissed on Wednesday much of Mexico’s $10 billion lawsuit seeking to hold U.S. gun manufacturers responsible for facilitating the trafficking of firearms to violent drug cartels across the U.S.-Mexico border. U.S.
PSM Brokerage
AUGUST 7, 2024
Washington, D.C. – Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and five senators introduced a bill to apply criminal penalties to rogue insurance brokers who are changing Americans’ Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans without their knowledge or consent, and take other steps to strengthen consumer health insurance protections. “Predatory health insurance brokers are stealing money out of families’ pockets by leaving them with uncovered medical expenses, unexpected tax liabilities an
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
The Colorado funeral home owners who allegedly stored 190 decaying bodies and sent grieving families fake ashes were ordered by a judge to pay $950 million to the victims’ relatives in a civil case, the attorney announced.
Relation
AUGUST 7, 2024
Article originally posted in Big I Arkansas publication for independent insurance agents of Arkansas. At a Big I convention back in 2004, Brandi McKinney was still a Yankee with a northern accent. Smitten by the Southern hospitality and family atmosphere she encountered, she said, “I’m going to be a big part of this.” Since then, […] The post Brandi McKinney embraces service mindset as Big l Arkansas President appeared first on Relation Insurance.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Microsoft Corp. said Delta Air Lines Inc. turned down repeated offers for assistance following last month’s catastrophic system outage, echoing claims by CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. in an increasingly contentious conflict between the carrier and its technology partners.
Distinguished
AUGUST 7, 2024
NEW YORK — Distinguished Programs (“Distinguished”), a leading national insurance program manager, has introduced new sustainability-focused initiatives within its Fine Art and Collectibles program , effective immediately. These initiatives reflect Distinguished’s commitment to environmental stewardship in the industry. The program now offers discounts for items stored in LEED-certified buildings, promoting environmentally responsible storage solutions for valuable collections.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
China Evergrande Group’s liquidators have launched court proceedings against PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, another legal step to recover at least a fraction of creditors’ investments from the property giant.
Wren Insurance Agency
AUGUST 7, 2024
When it comes to home and auto insurance - with very few exceptions - did you know that you can change your insurance carrier at any time? It's true! Whether you just signed up for a policy to meet a deadline but want to keep shopping your options, or if you're only a few weeks out from your renewal, you have the right to change your insurance carrier anytime you'd like.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Debby, downgraded to a tropical storm Tuesday, is expected to bring as much as 25 inches of rain and more flooding to parts of the Carolinas this week, exacerbating uninsured flood damage but keeping wind losses within limits.
Insurance Agent Near Me
AUGUST 7, 2024
Get prepared for your commercial insurance decisions by asking these 7 crucial questions to your brokers! The post 7 Questions to Ask Your Commercial Insurance Brokers Before Signing appeared first on Insurance Agent Near Me.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Former Michigan State University head football coach Mel Tucker is suing the university and school leaders, alleging that they wrongfully fired him last year and violated his constitutional rights after he was accused of sexual harassment.
Zywave
AUGUST 7, 2024
The 2024 Broker Services Survey results and takeaways are in, and it’s time to dive into the results! What do employers really want from their brokers? We’ve gathered up the answers and there is so much to discuss! Each year Zywave conducts the Broker Services Survey to hear employers thoughts on the constantly evolving broker-client relationship.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
A small tornado took Buffalo by surprise Monday, damaging buildings, flipping cars and sending debris swirling over downtown. A spiraling column was caught on multiple videos shortly before 1 p.m.
LexisNexis
AUGUST 7, 2024
OFLC, Aug. 7, 2024 "The Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) is making this public service announcement to alert employers and other interested stakeholders the legacy Permanent Online System, which provides public access to permanent labor certification applications and final determinations, will be fully decommissioned on December 1, 2024.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
King Insurance Parnters, based in Gainesville, Florida, continues to expand with the acquisition of Lincoln Insurance Group in McDonough, Georgia. Lincoln is an independent agency that offers auto, home, life and commercial inurance coverage, King said in a news release.
LexisNexis
AUGUST 7, 2024
NIPNLG, Aug. 5, 2024 "You may have heard that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently updated some policies in Deferred Action for Labor Enforcement (DALE). This resource will explain some common questions for practitioners, advocates, and workers regarding the recent announcement extending initial grants from two to four years, and how that process relates to the January 2024 announcement on renewals (or “subsequent grants” as DHS refers to them).
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
All major commercial lines premium renewal rates were higher in July than in June, except commercial property which decreased, according to the latest monthly Ivans Index.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
A fast-moving wildfire that swept into a Southern California hillside community this week destroyed five homes and damaged three others, authorities said.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Delta Air Lines was sued by passengers who complained that the carrier refused to offer full refunds after delaying or canceling their flights in the wake of last month’s massive computer outage.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
A group of Western insurers have provided cover for tankers carrying Russian crude, keeping its oil flowing after many in the trade sector withdrew for fear of breaching the rules of a G7 price cap, data from traders and shippers …
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and Insurance Department Commissioner Alan McClain announced Tuesday notices of penalties and hearings against four major pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), Caremark, Magellan, Express Scripts, and MedImpact.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
Global insured losses from natural catastrophes totaled US$60 billion during the first half of 2024, or 62% above the 10-year average, according to preliminary estimates from Swiss Re.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
This post is part of a series sponsored by Dyad. In the insurance industry, managing general agents (MGAs), managing general underwriters (MGUs), and program administrators (PAs) fill a critical role in facilitating the distribution and administration of specialized insurance products.
Insurance Journal
AUGUST 7, 2024
This post is part of a series sponsored by TSIB. We continue where we left off in Part 1, looking to answer, is a Wrap-Up right for every project?
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