Latest Utah Headlines
All the headlines from our Utah Topic Page, ordered by recency.
Utah’s Bruckner Company Hires Industry Leader
Oct 21 2009 // The Buckner Company, of Ogden, Utah, welcomes the addition of Alan Seegrist, an insurance professional and legislative leader with more than 20 years experience, as vice president and practice leader of Buckner’s...
Utah Commissioner Warns of “Nationwide” Scam
Oct 8 2009 // Utah officials are warning the public of an international mail fraud scheme involving a bogus letter said to be from Nationwide Insurance. The scam has spread to 10 states, according to the Utah Department of...
Utah Firm Hires Ogden Associate
Sep 30 2009 // The Buckner Company has hired J. Bart Laybourne, an insurance professional with more than 20 years experience, to their Ogden, Utah, location. Laybourne has served the Ogden community for the past 20 years both through his...
New Markets
Sep 21 2009 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Misc. Medical Malpractice Market Detail:...
Utah Says More Hispanic/Latino Worker Safety Outreach Needed
Jul 23 2009 // Utah’s Workers’ Compensation Fund has launched a Hispanic/Latino outreach program to help reduce workplace accidents. According to the WCF, a USA Today report released earlier this week states the number of...
People
Jul 6 2009 // Edward J. Maucere, former owner of London American General Agency Inc., a San Diego-based wholesale brokerage and underwriting manager for commercial transportation business, passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2009, at...
New Markets
Jul 6 2009 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Fire & Water Restoration...
My New Markets
Jun 1 2009 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Staffing Firms Market Detail: World Wide...
Utah Workers’ Compensation Fund Distributes $10 Million Dividend
May 18 2009 // Utah’s Workers’ Compensation Fund has declared a $10 million dividend that will be distributed to a majority of policyholders in June. Policyholders can expect to receive 4.5 percent of their earned premium...
Stromberg Joins The Buckner Company
May 18 2009 // Ogden, Utah-based The Buckner Co. has added Brian Stromberg as an Employee Benefits/Corporate Wellness account executive. Stromberg brings strong experience from the carrier side of the insurance industry, having...
Foremost Insurance Expands Dwelling Fire Program in Utah
Apr 1 2009 // Foremost Insurance Group has expanded its dwelling fire program in Utah. Foremost is accepting more landlord and rental property customers, and offering new, larger discounts. Typically known as the solution for...
Utah Opens Bars to Public, Increases Liability Coverage Requirements
Mar 23 2009 // Utah bar owners will soon have to increase their liability coverage, as getting into a bar is becoming easier. The state’s legislative leaders and Gov. Jon Huntsman agreed to eliminate the state’s...
Utah Opens Bars to Public, Increases Liability Coverage Requirements
Mar 11 2009 // Getting into a bar in Utah is about to become a lot easier. Legislative leaders and Gov. Jon Huntsman agreed to eliminate the state’s much-criticized private club system. Utah is the only state in the country that...
Utah House Committee Votes to Redefine Intoxicated
Mar 6 2009 // Utah bars and restaurants could soon get in trouble for serving someone who isn’t legally intoxicated, but shows signs of being drunk. A Utah House committee unanimously approved a bill that’s intended to make...
Utah Considers Cell Phone Ban on Texting, E-Mail While Driving
Feb 22 2009 // The Utah Legislature is considering a bill that would prohibit a person from using a wireless communication device for texting messages or e-mailing while operating a motor vehicle, among other acts. Additionally, HB 281,...
New Markets
Feb 22 2009 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Fire Protection Contractors Market Detail:...
Utah Considers Cell Phone Ban on Texting, E-Mail While Driving
Feb 11 2009 // The Utah Legislature is considering a bill that would prohibit a person from using a wireless communication device for texting messages or e-mailing while operating a motor vehicle, among other acts. Additionally, HB 281,...
Utah Bill Would Get Rid of Immigrant Driving Cards
Feb 9 2009 // A Utah lawmaker wants to get rid of driving privilege cards for undocumented residents. Rep. Stephen Sandstrom, R-Orem, says the measure, House Bill 137, isn’t meant to punish immigrants, but rather to protect Utahns...
New Markets
Feb 8 2009 // The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. High-Value Homeowners’...
The Main Street America Group Introduces Main Line BOP
Feb 3 2009 // The Main Street America Group, a super regional property/casualty insurance carrier, announced the availability of its new Main Line business owners policy (BOP) product and Main Street Station for commercial lines quoting...