Major insurers in California recently limited new policies and sought large rate hikes due to wildfires, inflation, and reinsurance costs. Regulators also threatened to suspend State Farm's license over claim handling from the 2025 L.A. wildfires. For consumers, developments in California and many other states raise a practical question: What are your…
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Insurance rates have skyrocketed since the pandemic, and jaw-dropping renewal notices have left many consumers stretched thin when it comes to protecting their assets. Nearly half of Americans with auto insurance and homeowners insurance say they're stressed about their premiums, according to a recent NerdWallet survey. Even as affordability…
What self-employed workers and small-business owners should know about injury accidents
It is far easier to calculate lost wages and lost earning capacity when records involve stable salaries, regular pay periods and employer-verified records.
The following information was released by the office of Minnesota Sen. Senator Tina Smith, theleadDemocrat on the Senate Housing Subcommittee, releasedanewreport, BoldSolutions to the Home InsuranceCrisis.Itexaminesthe nationwidecrisisofrising home insurance costs, the roleofclimate-change-drivenextreme weatherevents, andpolicysolutions…
2026 JUN 09– By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Insurance Daily News– According to news reporting originating from Washington, D.C., by NewsRx journalists, a trademark application has been made for“ HARTCONNECT” by Cedric DeLaCruz The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc., representing Hartford Fire Insurance Company. The registrar information for this…
As the auto insurance market continues to soften, customers are holding more of the power— and they’ re using it, according to the JD Power 2026 U.S. “The market has clearly shifted from a pricing crisis to an experience challenge,” said Stephen Crewdson, managing director of insurance business intelligence at JD Power.“ Rates are stabilizing, but many customers still…
S&P Global analysis: Why P&C insurer profitability surged in Q1 2026
The U.S. property and casualty insurance industry achieved record-breaking underwriting profitability in the first quarter of 2026.
Arrested by Picayune Police Department for Contempt of Court-Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, Circuit Chancery Courts and County Courts-M. Arrested by Pearl River County Sheriff's Office for DUI– first, reckless driving, driving with suspended/revoked driver's license and failure of owner or operator of motor vehicle to maintain liability insurance card.
PwC: Turning AI risks into opportunities can bring competitive advantage
Those leaders who turn AI risks into opportunities can set their brand apart from the crowd, a PwC executive says.
In this role, Dr. Strunk will advance Hannover Re’ s underwriting innovation and digital transformation initiatives, lead efforts to modernize medical assessment practices to better reflect evolving medical knowledge, and strengthen the company’ s medical oversight and governance capabilities. Previously, Dr. Strunk spent over a decade in academic…
AM Best has upgraded the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating to“ bb+” from“ bb” and affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of B of National Security Fire and Casualty Company. AM Best also has upgraded the Long-Term ICR to“ bb+” from“ bb” and affirmed the FSR of B of National Security Insurance Company. In addition, AM Best has upgraded the FSR to B from B- and the Long-Term ICR to“ bb”…
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is forecasting a below-normal season with a total of 8-14 named storms. Now is the time to strengthen your property to reduce potential damage and check your insurance coverage to make sure you are financially prepared if a storm damages your property, according to the American Property Casualty…
The following information was released by the office of the Governor of Colorado:. Today, Governor Polis signed bills into law to lower the price of homeowners insurance in Colorado, invest in early childhood education careers and care, and expand pathways for natural medicine. Governor Polis signed SB26-155- Increase Access Homeowner's Insurance…
The following information was released by the Colorado Senate Democrats:. SB26-155, sponsored by Senators Kyle Mullica, D- Thornton, and Janice Marchman, D- Loveland, Speaker Julie McCluskie, D- Dillon, and Representative Kyle Brown, D- Louisville, will help stabilize Colorado's homeowners insurance market and make property insurance more affordable through the…
Now that we’ re into hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to Nov. 30, it’ s important to know what to do during and after the storm. As I said in a previous column, preparation is the key. sure you have adequate homeowners’ insurance and a flood insurance policy.
Antonieta Cadiz was trapped in her home during Hurricane Harvey. Cadiz didn't have flood insurance and took out a Small Business Administration loan, a debt she says she's still paying. Cadiz was one of two dozen Texans who testified at a May 30 "people's hearing" on extreme weather.
Newly introduced New Jersey legislation would give pet owners a tax credit of up to $600 annually to help cover veterinary costs and $300 for everyday pet expenses. "New Jersey is an expensive state for veterinary care," says Julia Taliesin, a licensed insurance agent and economic analyst for Insurify, an insurance-comparison marketplace.
The following information was released by Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy:. He urged colleagues to address rising costs driven by the Biden-era Risk Rating 2.0 policy and act before the next storm threatens Louisiana families. Last year, thankfully, no hurricanes hit Louisiana.
Arch Insurance North America today announced a series of leadership and distribution appointments designed to strengthen its Wholesale platform and support long-term growth in the Excess& Surplus market. “Unifying E&S Property and E&S Casualty under Jason, and appointing Jared as a dedicated Wholesale distribution leader, allows for stronger internal…
At the Tuesday, June 2 meeting of the Clay City Town Council, Council President Donnella Baumgartner confirmed that some funds had been received in relation to former Clerk-Treasurer Karla Pipes, who was convicted of wire fraud in February 2026. According to an official State Board of Accounts presentation, surety bonds for Clerk-Treasurers and Controllers…
