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5 Ways to Show Appreciation to Your Insurance Clients

Solstice Insurance Broker

Valentines Day is just one of many opportunities to show gratitude to those you care about. As an insurance broker, you have a special opportunity to let your clients know how much their loyalty and business mean to you. By showing appreciation, you not only strengthen your current relationships but also attract new ones. Here are some friendly and effective ways to make your clients feel valued.

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Public Adjusters and Non-Compete Agreements: A Losing Battle?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Non-compete agreements have long been a source of controversy across many industries, and public adjusting is no exception. Employers often want to protect their business interests, while employees seek the freedom to work in their chosen profession. The recent ruling in Noble Public Adjusting Group, LLC v. Michael Bowman and Bulletproof Public Adjusting Company, LLC … The post Public Adjusters and Non-Compete Agreements: A Losing Battle?

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Insurance Commissioner OKs FAIR Plan Request for $1B Assessment for LA Wildfires

Insurance Journal

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara approved a California FAIR Plan request for a $1 billion assessment on admitted market insurers to cover claims from the Los Angeles wildfires.

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Mistakes in setting sums insured / declared value where the Insured elects an Indemnity Period of less than 12 months.

Prof. Allan Manning

I recall the very first business interruption claim I did was for a risk in Toowoomba and to my horror found that the Insured had only declared 3 months insurable gross profit with a 3-month Indemnity Period. That sum insured had not been reviewed for many years and as a result of 100% average, as it was on that policy, the client received only 6.9% of their loss.

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Streamline Insurance Claims Management By Analyzing Legal Trends

Insurance professionals use Trellis to streamline claims management by analyzing legal trends, predicting outcomes, and strategizing effectively to serve clients better. Adjusters can evaluate claim validity, estimate settlement amounts, and identify potential litigation risks. Trellis' extensive State Trial Court Data can be leveraged to identify opposing/outside counsel and top mediators for insurance matters, evaluate the risk of new claims by viewing similar claim litigation history, and mor

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What Agents Need to Know: Anthem’s Medicare Advantage D-SNP Plans Ending in Kentucky

PSM Brokerage

Anthem has announced that its Medicare Advantage Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in Kentucky will be discontinued as of February 28, 2025. This change will impact thousands of beneficiaries who rely on these plans for their healthcare coverage. As an insurance agent, its essential to be proactive, informed, and ready to assist affected clients in finding alternative coverage options.

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FEMA to Borrow $2B to Pay Flood Claims After Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Insurance Journal

The Federal Emergency Management Agency said it needs to borrow $2 billion from the U.S. Treasury to cover claims from National Flood Insurance Program policyholders.

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Captains of ships damaging seabed infrastructure should be sanctioned, Polish minister says

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Captains of ships damaging seabed infrastructure should be sanctioned, Polish minister says appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Help Your Clients Travel with Confidence

PSM Brokerage

Expand Your Portfolio: Why Every Insurance Agent Should Offer Travel Medical Insurance Help Your Clients Travel with Confidence As an insurance professional, you work hard to ensure your clients are protected from the unexpected but what happens when they leave the country? Most health insurance plans dont cover medical expenses abroad , leaving travelers at risk of huge out-of-pocket costs if they need care while overseas.

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What to Expect after a California Wildfire Property Damage Event

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Will My Insurer Pay Me 100% of My Contents Claim After a Wildfire Loss? Californias Insurance Commissioner Thinks They Should Without an Inventory Experiencing the loss of your home and personal belongings in a wildfire is an unimaginable hardship. The devastation from a California wildfire property damage event can leave individuals struggling to rebuild their … The post What to Expect after a California Wildfire Property Damage Event appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog

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California Insurance Commissioner Rejects State Farm’s 22% Rate Request

Insurance Journal

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara did not approve an emergency, interim 22% rate request from State Farm, instead calling a meeting with the carrier to get some answers about the carrier’s financial situation and more.

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One Baltic anchor-drag incident may have also hit a Russian telecom cable

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post One Baltic anchor-drag incident may have also hit a Russian telecom cable appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Blueprint for Hiring Licensed-Only Agents

PSM Brokerage

Introduction: Hiring the right licensed-only agents (LOAs) is a critical step in scaling your agency or call center. Whether you're looking to expand your Medicare, ACA, Life Insurance, or Ancillary product offerings, finding top-tier agents can help you increase sales and streamline operations. However, the hiring process can be time-consuming and complex.

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When Artificial Intelligence Becomes Wrongful Intelligence in Claims Handling

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The latest revelations about Allstates use of artificial intelligence (AI) in drafting insurance claims emails should serve as a wake-up call for policyholders, insurance regulators, and insurance industry claims handlers. According to a report from Futurism, Allstate Is Demanding We Delete These Quotes by Its Exec About How It’s Using AI to Write Insurance Emails,1 … The post When Artificial Intelligence Becomes Wrongful Intelligence in Claims Handling appeared first on Property Ins

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Insurers Have Now Paid Out Nearly $7B for LA Wildfires, Report Shows

Insurance Journal

Insurance companies have so far paid out more than $6.9 billion for losses from the biggest two of the Los Angeles-area wildfires that swept through the region and destroyed tens of thousands of homes last month.

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South Africa passes marine pollution law

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post South Africa passes marine pollution law appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Top 4 Marketing Strategies: Ranked by Insurance Agencies

Agency Revolution

What does marketing success look like? We asked our insurance agency friends about the marketing strategies they get the best return on investment with. The findings were interesting, to say the least! Of the four marketing strategy categories, Content, Search Engine, Traditional, and Word-of-Mouth marketing, here is how insurance agencies ranked each of these in terms of success.

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Bad Faith Insurance Practices Shielded By “Get Out of Jail Free” Late Payments

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Imagine a world where breaking the rules carries no real consequences. Thats the reality policyholders face when insurance companies delay or wrongfully deny claims, only to make a late payment after an appraisal and walk away without any real accountability. Last weeks decision in Mirelez v. State Farm Lloyds 1is yet another example of Texas … The post Bad Faith Insurance Practices Shielded By “Get Out of Jail Free” Late Payments appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage L

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China Frees Possible $27 Billion From Insurers to Buy Gold

Insurance Journal

A pilot program in China that allows insurers to buy gold for the first time could free up billions of dollars of investment in the metal, adding further impetus to a record-setting rally. Prices hit a fresh peak.

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Insurers concerned at US actions re NOAA

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Insurers concerned at US actions re NOAA appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Workplace Injury Response Lessons from the Super Bowl LIX Champion Eagles

AMAXX

The Philadelphia Eagles dominant Super Bowl victory over the Kansas City Chiefs wasnt just about skillit was about preparation, execution, and leadership under pressure. The Eagles used their discipline and teamwork to dismantle Kansas Citys offensive line. Their executionwithout even sending a blitzdemonstrated that the right system, when applied effectively, yields game-changing results.

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Bad Faith Insurance Practices Shielded By “Get Out of Jail Free” Late Payments

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Imagine a world where breaking the rules carries no real consequences. Thats the reality policyholders face when insurance companies delay or wrongfully deny claims, only to make a late payment after an appraisal and walk away without any real accountability. Last weeks decision in Mirelez v. State Farm Lloyds 1is yet another example of Texas … The post Bad Faith Insurance Practices Shielded By “Get Out of Jail Free” Late Payments appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage L

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Peopele Moves: iink Names Fleszar as CEO

Insurance Journal

iink, a provider of technology to streamline the property damage insurance claims process and support faster payments to contractors, property owners, and claim professionals, is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Fleszar as its new Chief Executive Officer. Mr.

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Crew evacuates suezmax in Ust-Luga after explosions in engine room

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Crew evacuates suezmax in Ust-Luga after explosions in engine room appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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How Much New Risk Can Insurance Customers and Insurers Take?

Majesco

Today’s insurance customer is under pressure and assault from every angle: Cyber criminals are using data breaches to access bank accounts and credit. Climate risk is growing, and a greater number of Cat events are threatening people and their property. Unsafe driving, inflation, and auto repair costs are responsible, in part, for rising premiums.

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California Wildfire Attorneys Consider Impact of New Smoke Caselaw

Property Insurance Coverage Law

A Shift in Smoke Damage Claims Following Recent Holding California wildfire attorneys are closely analyzing a recent appellate court holding that sets a new precedent for smoke damage claims.1 The decision, stemming from a case involving the Saddle Ridge Fire, clarifies that property owners must demonstrate a distinct, demonstrable, and physical alteration to prove a … The post California Wildfire Attorneys Consider Impact of New Smoke Caselaw appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage

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California Wildfire Mitigation And Recovery Bill Package Introduced

Insurance Journal

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara and a group of state lawmakers are pushing a 10-bill legislative package designed to improve disaster preparedness and help protect wildfire survivors. The bills intended focus are on consumer protection, climate resiliency and market strength.

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Bulk carrier grounds in Russia’s far east

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Bulk carrier grounds in Russias far east appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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New Triple-I Issue Brief Puts the Spotlight on Georgia’s Insurance Affordability Crisis

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

Insurance affordability in Georgia is dwindling as claim frequency and insurer costs soar, according to the latest issue brief from Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I), Trends and Insights: Georgia Insurance Affordability. Given the state’s below-average income vs. above-average insurance expenditures, Georgia ranks 42nd on the list of affordable states for homeowners insurance and 47th (plummeting from the 2006 high of 27th) for personal auto affordability, according to reports by

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The Emotional Impact of Recovery from Wildfires

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Can you imagine going through the burned debris of what used to be your business or home, looking for anything that may be left of important sentimental value? Little things of personal property carry immense emotional value to us because they often serve as tangible symbols of our intangible experiences, relationships, and identities. When speaking … The post The Emotional Impact of Recovery from Wildfires appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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WDIS Launches Wildfire Only Coverage for E&S Commercial Property in California

Insurance Journal

Wildfire Defense Insurance Services Inc. has launched wildfire only coverage for E&S commercial property in California. The product is available for a range of commercial property classes of business.

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NABIP Austin - February 20th Membership Happy Hour

PSM Brokerage

Join Us for NABIP Happy Hour Unwind and network with us at NABIP Happy Hour, proudly sponsored by PSM Brokerage! Enjoy great drinks, great company, and great conversations as we connect with industry professionals in a relaxed setting. Whether you're looking to expand your network, share insights, or just enjoy a well-deserved break , this is the perfect opportunity!

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Blog Post: What Is Blockchain and Contract Lifecycle Management?

LexisNexis

Influencers and thought leaders in the legal technology space Legal Tech's Predictions for Emerging Technology in 2025 predict blockchain will affect smart contracts and contract lifecycle management in the corporate law department. This prediction brings exciting opportunities for general counsel and legal operations professionals who manage department efficiencies, productivity and performance.

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Are Leaders Supporting Insurance Affordability and Structural Resilience Honestly?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The conversation around insurance affordability often overlooks one crucial element: long-term structural resilience. The second issue overlooked is short-term cost.Why arent our leaders being honest with these issues? Are they afraid to speak about the elephant-in-the-room issues? While many leaders in the insurance community focus on cost-cutting and short-term fixes, it is essential to recognize … The post Are Leaders Supporting Insurance Affordability and Structural Resilience Honestly