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North Carolina Insurance Agent Charged with Embezzlement

Insurance Journal

A North Carolina insurance agent who was penalized by regulators almost 20 years ago has given up her producer license after she was charged with pocketing insurance premiums. Lori Ann Crisp, 56, of Kannapolis, was charged with forgery, embezzlement and …

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4 Things You Should Know about E&O Insurance for Insurance Agents

Insurance Journal

This post is part of a series sponsored by Darkhorse Insurance. Ever wonder how some insurance agents seem to glide through potential pitfalls without breaking a sweat? It’s not just about luck; it’s about having the right coverage. Errors and …

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Miami Insurance Agent Pleads Guilty to Keeping $6M in Premium Finance Loans

Insurance Journal

A Miami insurance agent has pleaded guilty to defrauding a Georgia credit union by obtaining loans for condominium associations’ premium financing then using the $6 million for personal gain. Heleonel Gonzalez, known as Leo, is set for sentencing in February, …

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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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6 Essential Skills of an Insurance Agent You Need to Master

Insurance Journal

This post is part of a series sponsored by Darkhorse Insurance. Being an insurance agent isn’t just about selling policies; it requires a combination of knowledge, dedication, and skills that help you succeed in a highly competitive industry. Whether you’re …

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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.