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Examples of general liability insurance claims: What's typically covered by insurance? General liability insurance is a type of business insurance that can help protect business owners from some costs around the most common small business insurance claims they face— from customer injuries to property damage to advertising disputes.

March is Reading Month and the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services recommends Michiganders carefully review their insurance policies with a licensed insurance agent or trusted advisor, and to shop around to ensure they have the protection that best meets their families' needs and budgets. Insurance affects nearly every aspect of life…

The passage of medical malpractice reform is the most important public policy success in New Mexico in more than a decade. In addition to the medical malpractice bill, the Legislature entered New Mexico into the national doctor compact and enacted a $10,000 tax credit for physicians. It is cause for celebration, but please don't misunderstand, New Mexico still…

The Senate bill sailed through that body with a 36-1 vote, but the House of Delegates version, House Bill 1228, was tabled early in the session. Israel O'Quinn, R- Washington County, the House bill's sponsor, after the House Labor and Commerce Committee changed its mind last week about tabling the Senate bill. After another look at the Senate bill and a rare vote…

The Senate bill sailed through that body with a 36-1 vote, but the House of Delegates version, House Bill 1228, was tabled early in the session. Israel O'Quinn, R- Washington County, the House bill's sponsor, after the House Labor and Commerce Committee changed its mind last week about tabling the Senate bill. After another look at the Senate bill and a rare vote…

The Florida Bar Board of Governors is seeking applicants for the following vacancies to be filled during its May 15 meeting. Lawyer applicants must be members of The Florida Bar and in good standing. Florida Medical Malpractice Joint Underwriting Association, Board of Governors: One attorney to serve a 2- year term commencing July 1, 2026.

Sarkis Dishchyan, 47, of Pasadena, Ani Suzie Labbad, 47, of Pasadena, and Violett Lara Labbad, 44, of Pasadena, were arraigned last week on multiple counts of felony insurance fraud, for allegedly staging a vehicle accident involving their Porsche Cayenne, in order to collect nearly $39,000 in undeserved insurance payouts. According to the referral, an…

The bill sailed through the state Senate with a 36-1 vote, but the House of Delegates version, House Bill 1228, was tabled early in the session. Israel O'Quinn, R- Washington County, the House bill's sponsor, after the House Labor and Commerce Committee changed its mind last week about tabling the Senate bill. After another look at the Senate bill and a rare vote…

2026 insurance satisfaction survey: How Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Boomers compare. Boomers are more likely to be impressed by their insurer's range of policy offerings, especially with auto insurance, while Millennials report the highest satisfaction with the digital experience. Here, Insurance.com broke down the results of its annual insurance customer…

The Senate bill sailed through that body with a 36-1 vote, but the House of Delegates version, House Bill 1228, was tabled early in the session. Israel O'Quinn, R- Washington County, the House bill's sponsor, after the House Labor and Commerce Committee changed its mind last week about tabling the Senate bill. After another look at the Senate bill and a rare vote…

Sarkis Dishchyan, 47, of Pasadena, Ani Suzie Labbad, 47, of Pasadena, and Violett Lara Labbad, 44, of Pasadena, were arraigned last week, on multiple counts of felony insurance fraud, for allegedly staging a vehicle accident involving their Porsche Cayenne, in order to collect nearly $39,000 in undeserved insurance payouts. According to the referral, an…

SANTA FE— Rio Rancho area lawmakers have lots to talk about when it comes to this year's legislative session, including the passage of long-awaited medical malpractice reform and a constitutional amendment that would remove the prohibition on paying lawmakers. Cindy Nava and Jay Block all spoke about the session, which ran Jan. 20 to Feb. 19.

Another warm, dry winter has residents, fire departments and insurance providers worried in La Plata County. Insurance rates have more than doubled in Colorado since 2018, according to Colorado State University's Regional Economic Development Institute. The report found that La Plata County is at high risk for natural hazards‒ like wildfires‒ and medium…

The Hartman Group was founded by W. Howard Hartman in 1932 in Williamsport, PA. Hartman operates commercial property and casualty, and personal lines divisions in Williamsport and State College. The Hartman Group has a long-standing reputation for creating value for businesses and individuals in our communities. The group believes that true business…

State Farm will pay $5 billion back to auto insurance customers through a cash dividend, starting this summer. The lower rates, including in Illinois, represent $4.6 billion in premium savings to customers.The news comes weeks after State Farm CEO Jon Farney wrote Gov. JB Pritzker in January to push against legislation aimed at curbing insurance premium hikes,…

Recent polling shows voters in New York support lawsuit reform that would lower their auto insurance premiums, as discussion heats up about allegedly staged car wrecks that end up in court. Voters in the state’ s 4th, 17th and 18th Congressional districts seem to be on board, according to polling conducted by Impact Research earlier this month.

Another warm, dry winter has residents, fire departments and insurance providers worried in La Plata County. Insurance rates have more than doubled in Colorado since 2018, according to Colorado State University's Regional Economic Development Institute. The report found that La Plata County is at high risk for natural hazards‒ like wildfires‒ and medium…