The use of electronic signatures and electronic records to conduct all types of transactions is rapidly taking hold in the United States, as well as the global, economy. As the number of e-transactions increases, the potential for disputes involving electronic …
Linda Quick, president of the South Florida Hospital & Healthcare Association (SFHHA), offered a response on Friday regarding Consejo de Latinos Unidos’ ‘Frivolous Lawsuit’ Initiative; ‘Relevant Questions Remain Unanswered’ “It is a shame K.B. Forbes, leader of Consejo de Latinos …
Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company has issued the following statement regarding a lawsuit allegedly filed April 29 in Los Angeles Superior Court by plaintiff Allen Estin against 14 insurance companies, including Fireman’s Fund, concerning their purported refusal to sell life insurance …
On April 29, the WCIRB testified at a California Department of Insurance (CDI) public hearing called to assess the impact of the recently-enacted Senate Bill 899 (SB 899) on advisory pure premium rates effective July 1, 2004. In their testimony, …
Harleysville Group Inc. (NASDAQ:HGIC) in Pennsylvania reported diluted net income of $0.55 per share in the first quarter of 2004. The company had a diluted net loss of $0.11 per share in the first quarter of 2003. Realized investment gains …
The Rhode Island Senate has unanimously passed a bill to hold drunk drivers accountable for injuruies and deaths they cause. Under the legislation, DNA laced blood, fluids and body tissue could be taken from suspects who refuse a breathalyzer test …
The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of New York Inc. will sharpen its focus on the future of the insurance industry May 6 when it hosts a CEO Roundtable at the association’s 2004 Local Association Leadership Conference and Annual Business …
With more than 400 industry professionals on hand, the Professional Insurance Agents of New York State Inc.’s Long Island Regional Awareness Program brought out veterans and newcomers alike for education sessions, marketing venues and more. Attendees heard a keynote address …
Alliant Resources Group, Inc., of Stamford, Conn., one of the largest U.S. insurance brokerage and financial services distribution companies, has acquired California-based Gaddy Ward & Company Insurance Brokers. Gaddy Ward will become part of Alliant’s largest subsidiary, Driver Alliant Insurance …
Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services announced that it has assigned its “BBB-” senior debt rating to Arch Capital Group Ltd.’s $300 million 30-year senior debt issue announced on April 27. (See IJ Website April 28) S&P also said it has …
