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Hey Dude: Review Suppression is Illegal and You’re Obligated to Ship Goods on Time

Hunton Andrews Kurth

The FTC announced an enforcement action against online shoe seller Hey Dude, Inc. (a subsidiary of Crocs, Inc.) alleging Hey Dude suppressed more than 80% of consumer reviews that provided less than four out of five stars. The complaint also alleges multiple violations of the FTC’s Mail Order Rule between 2020 and 2022. A proposed consent order would require Hey Dude to pay nearly $2 million and take certain steps to prevent future violations.

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RIMS Canada Conference Kicks Off with Top Honors for Canadian Risk Professionals

Risk Management Monitor

Catherine Dowdall (right) receives the Donald M. Stuart Award from Valerie Fox (left) for lifetime achievement in risk management OTTAWA—The 2023 RIMS Canada Conference is officially underway here in Ottawa, Ontario, convening more than 1,400 Canadian risk professionals in the nation’s capital. After opening remarks from RIMS CEO Gary LaBranche and RIMS Canada Council Chair Steve Pottle (below), the conference began with recognition for outstanding accomplishments from RIMS Canada members.

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Additional Insured vs. Additional Interest: Understanding Your Policy

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TGS Insurance » Blog Additional Insured vs. Additional Interest Explained Additional insured and additional interest are two very different roles that a person can play as a part of your insurance policy. In short, an additional insured is covered by your insurance, while an additional interest is not. However, when you make policy updates, the insurance carrier will still inform the additional interest.

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Discovering Your Ideal Client

Agency Intelligence

In today’s market, it is nearly impossible to be everything to everybody. It’s inefficient at best. From the nuances of mastering a wide variety of carrier appetites to closing more sales—defining and identifying your ideal client is imperative. There are a variety of things to consider as you define your ideal client.

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Why Do I Need to Review My Life Insurance Annually?

Life Happens

Some things can take a “set-and-forget” approach, but your life insurance shouldn’t be one of them! Reviewing your life insurance annually is a smart choice. The post Why Do I Need to Review My Life Insurance Annually? appeared first on Life Happens.

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Hurricane Preparedness Guide

Relation

Each year, hurricane season presents a significant risk to homeowners. Not limited to coastal areas, hurricanes are dangerous and can cause major property damage due to storm surge, wind damage and flooding. Download these helpful Hurricane Preparedness Resources. Hurricane Assessment Checklist Hurricane Before the Storm Checklist Hurricane During the Storm Checklist Hurricane After the Storm […] The post Hurricane Preparedness Guide appeared first on Relation Insurance.

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What is Subrogation and How Does it Work?

Bankers Insurance

By: Dwight West | Commercial Insurance Advisor dwest@bankersinsurance.net | (757) 591-3166 WHAT IS SUBROGATION? Subrogation is more than just a fancy insurance term – it’s a right held by your insurance carrier under your policy that allows them to seek reimbursement from the party found responsible for the accident after they’ve paid a claim for a covered cause of loss.

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South Carolina Wind Pool Insurance Explained

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TGS Insurance » Blog With hurricane season in full force, South Carolina residents living on the coast must protect their homes from the upcoming storms. Understanding how windstorm insurance works in these areas is the first step in adequately protecting your home. The South Carolina Wind and Hail Underwriting Association, also known as Wind Pool, is an association of insurance providers.