Insurance Journal

JANUARY 7, 2025

Mercury Insurance announced this week that the company will begin writing new homeowners insurance policies in the town of Paradise, California. Mercury says it is the first major insurance company to begin offering policies to Paradise homeowners since the town …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

APRIL 18, 2025

Safeco Insurance Company of America 1 serves as a timely reminder for claims professionals to revisit how to interpret actual cash value (ACV), replacement cost value (RCV), and general contractor overhead and profit (GCOP) under property insurance policies which define the terms.

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The Insurance Pro

JANUARY 25, 2025

How Life Insurance Products Develop Returns The return on cash values is driven by unique elements depending on the type of life insurance policy. For whole life insurance , we focus on the dividend interest rate. For universal life insurance policies we focus on the interest rate payable on the policy.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

MARCH 11, 2025

All insurance policies include a section placing specific responsibilities and obligations on policyholders to act in a certain way before entitling them to policy benefits for what should be a covered loss.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 4, 2024

Insurance policies protect you from the cost of replacing lost, damaged, or stolen items: or at least, that’s how they’re supposed to work. But what happens if your insurance company refuses to pay what you are owed?

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Top Insurance Blogs

APRIL 14, 2025

Finding the best renters insurance policy is a cost-effective approach to safeguard your things against damage or theft. These […] The post The Best Renters Insurance Companies in the United States in 2025: Low Rates and Excellent Service appeared first on My Top Insurance Blogs.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Liberty Mutual Insurance Company , the U.S. Court of Appeals reviewed a summary judgment ruling in favor of co-defendant West American Insurance Company (“West American”), issued by the U.S. A lawsuit ensued, wherein the Insured alleged that West American breached the contract by failing to pay full value for the claim.

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Insurance Journal

MARCH 9, 2025

The New York State Department of Financial Services in February issued more than $20 million in fines against three dozen auto insurers – for failing to timely report new and terminated auto insurance policies. But insurance companies and advocacy groups …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 21, 2024

Ohio Casualty Insurance Company, 1 is a case decided last week involving vacancy clauses often found in property insurance policies, the impact of forfeiture clauses, and how those clauses can be waived. Sinjel, L.L.C.

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Wren Insurance Agency

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Now that we are in the thick of the official hurricane season here in Florida, you may have noticed - if you recently tried to bind a new home insurance policy - that most carriers will stop writing up to a week or two prior to a named storm possibly impacting the state. The more damage, the more likely premiums will rise at renewal.

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RiskQuoter

APRIL 15, 2025

Jackson National no longer sells life insurance, but their annuity lineup is one of the strongest in the industry. The post Still Have a Jackson National Life Insurance Policy? This review breaks down your options in 2025. Here’s What You Need to Know appeared first on RiskQuoter.com.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Insurance policies are like a box of chocolates—you never quite know what you’re going to get. Zurich American Insurance Company, 1 maybe you do, but the label on the box has you scratching your head. You might think Zurich American Insurance Company is the insurer after reading … The post Who Is the Insurer?

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 18, 2024

A federal court recently held that an insurer could not deny coverage under a homeowner’s policy based upon the failure of the named insured’s son, an “insured person,” to submit to an examination under oath (“EUO”). Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Company , Civil Action No. In Michelle Adeola v.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Introduction Climate change isn’t just an environmental buzzword; it’s rapidly becoming a pivotal factor in the world of insurance, especially for commercial properties. As we face more frequent and intense extreme weather events, insurers are re-evaluating their policies to better manage these growing risks.

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Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Understanding how local regulations near Plano, TX can influence your homeowner’s insurance policy is essential to protect and preserve your coverage. At Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, we can help you better understand how local regulations and home insurance policies are impacted together in Plano, TX.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MAY 21, 2024

The New York Supreme Court recently weighed in on what constitutes “reasonable care” to maintain heat in the context of a first-party insurance policy exclusion requiring such reasonable care. The house was insured under a homeowners policy issued by Leatherstocking Cooperative Insurance Company.

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QuickQuote

JULY 20, 2023

Life insurance payouts may only be claimed if the insurance company can find a beneficiary or the beneficiary knows about the policy. Fortunately, these unclaimed life insurance policies can be found, regardless of how much time has passed.

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Final Expense Brokerage

MAY 15, 2024

These commissions are the earnings that insurance agents receive for selling insurance policies to clients. As an insurance agent, understanding the basics of how commissions work is essential for maximizing your earnings. Agents who excel in these metrics may be eligible for additional commission bonuses.

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Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

APRIL 15, 2025

If your home has recently been burglarized and you have home insurance, you might wonder if your policy can assist in the recovery process. The experts at Paragon Independent Insurance Agency, servicing Plano, TX, are ready to address your concerns and guide you through the claims process.

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Top Insurance Blogs

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Sorting through the list of top homeowners insurance companies in Florida can be a challenging task due to the variety of options available. This is why I have taken the pain to craft this publication on the best homeowners insurance companies in Florida this 2024.

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Unitas Financial Services

MAY 2, 2022

In our series on Insurance Vendor Management, we have covered the 9 Critical Steps for Insurance Vendor Management , Specialization of the Insurance Company and the Agent , How to Evaluate an Insurance Policy, and Claims and Administration of the Policy.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

American Guarantee and Liability Insurance Company , the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts held that a loose bolt or fitting that could be remedied simply by tightening it did not constitute “direct physical loss of or damage” to equipment covered under an all-risk property insurance policy. [1]

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Tosten Marketing

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Commercial property insurance covers several types of water damage, but understanding the specifics is vital. Many business owners find themselves surprised by what their policies do and don’t cover. Sudden and Accidental Water Damage Most commercial property insurance policies cover sudden and accidental water damage.

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ProWriters

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

As war is driving cyber security concerns around the globe, more organizations are turning to Cyber Insurance for protection. But these policies may not always offer the levels of protection purchasers think they do. Cyber Insurance war exclusions can leave businesses vulnerable to financial loss.

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Redbird Agents

JULY 18, 2024

When it comes to buying insurance of any type, there are a myriad of choices and variables you must wade through to find the policy that works best for you. That’s no different when it comes to final expense insurance, with dozens of options major insurers offer.

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TGS

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Policy Information Details of the insurance policies under which the claims were filed. Insurance companies rely on these reports to assess risk when underwriting a new policy. How Loss History Affects Your Insurance Rates Insurance companies use loss history reports to gauge risk.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 1, 2024

In Zurich American Insurance Company v. 23, 2024), the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts held that the term “surface waters,” as used in a limitation contained in commercial property insurance policies, was ambiguous in the context of rainwater accumulating on roofs, thereby finding coverage for the insured.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

AUGUST 22, 2024

Harleysville Insurance Company , 2024 WL 3792261 (D. 2024), the District Court of Massachusetts found that “collapse” provisions within a commercial property policy were ambiguous where a floor merely sagged without completely falling to the ground. During the policy period, the insured’s floor “sunk” between eight to 12 inches.

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Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

You’ll pay for premiums covering liability, collision, comprehensive, and all the other major categories you would find in a standard auto insurance policy. Many insurers offer coverage to owners of high-end vehicles as well as those who own less expensive cars. Contact us today to get started on your policy.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 4, 2024

At issue in the case was the application of the policy’s wear and tear exclusion and its exceptions. The insurance policy covered direct physical loss but contained an exclusion for physical damage caused by wear and tear, marring or deterioration.

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Final Expense Brokerage

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Explain how the policy is designed to protect their family from substantial funeral expenses. Final expense insurance is a dedicated fund that can give you and your family peace of mind.” Highlight the consistency of a policy: Explain how a policy offers predictable, set payments for long-term assurance.

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Boyle Agency Insurance

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Coverage Adjustments Renovations can increase the value of your home, and it’s essential to ensure that your home insurance coverage reflects these changes. Contact your insurance provider to discuss adjusting your policy to cover the updated value of your property.

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Final Expense Brokerage

MAY 10, 2024

Share: Understanding the Role of a Life Insurance Agent As a life insurance agent, your primary role is to help individuals and families protect their financial future by providing them with suitable life insurance policies. Once you pass the exam, you can apply for your life insurance agent license.

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Final Expense Brokerage

JUNE 7, 2024

Illustrate the advantages of final expense insurance that might not be covered by their current policy, such as covering funeral expenses, medical bills, and other end-of-life costs. Explain final expense insurance in terms outlining the coverage, premiums, and advantages using clear and straightforward language.

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P&L Financial Services

AUGUST 29, 2024

Myth 1: Senior Benefits Agents Are Just Salespeople One of the biggest misconceptions about senior benefits agents is that their job is solely about selling insurance policies. This training covers everything from the basics of Medicare to the nuances of various plans and policies.

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Tosten Marketing

APRIL 3, 2025

Power reveals that 74% of insurance shoppers use insurer websites or apps when purchasing a policy. insurance companies use social media for marketing purposes. When combined with automated social media management and personalized email campaigns, agencies have experienced up to a 30% increase in new policy sales.

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Simply Insurance

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A direct term life insurance policy lets you deal directly with the insurance company you purchased your policy through.

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