Out of Control
An editor has some control over the selection of the top stories of the year, but it’s limited. That is, the choices are limited by the real news. Well, looking ahead to 2008 the headlines are limited only by the …
Illinois Tort Reform Efforts Struck Down
If anyone is betting on what organization is running the show in Illinois, my money is on the Illinois Trial Bar Association. Put a check mark in the “win” column recently for the Trial Bar as the 2005 tort reform …
Proponents Ring Alarm After Court Ruling Strikes Down Ill. Tort Reform Law
A Cook County, Ill., Circuit Court ruling in late November struck down the state’s much touted 2005 medical liability reform law, calling the caps on non-economic damages for medical malpractice lawsuits unconstitutional. Proponents of the tort reform law were quick …
Former franchisees challenge Brooke agent dealings
Overland Park, Kan.-based insurance agency franchisor Brooke Corp. has been hit with a number of lawsuits that raise questions about its business dealings with agents who bought into its nationwide operation, which now boasts some 800 locations. Brooke Corp. itself …
Markel employees build custom motorcycle
It’s not a secret that Waukesha, Wis.-based Markel American Insurance Co. insures motorcycles and other recreational vehicles, but it is a surprise that its employees are accomplished builders of motorcycles. The company recently announced the completion of the custom board …
Former franchisees challenge Brooke agent dealings
Overland Park, Kan.-based insurance agency franchisor Brooke Corp. has been hit with a number of lawsuits that raise questions about its business dealings with agents who bought into its nationwide operation, which now boasts some 800 locations. Brooke Corp. itself …
Former franchisees challenge Brooke agent dealings
Overland Park, Kan.-based insurance agency franchisor Brooke Corp. has been hit with a number of lawsuits that raise questions about its business dealings with agents who bought into its nationwide operation, which now boasts some 800 locations. Brooke Corp. itself …
Former franchisees challenge Brooke agent dealings
Overland Park, Kan.-based insurance agency franchisor Brooke Corp. has been hit with a number of lawsuits that raise questions about its business dealings with agents who bought into its nationwide operation, which now boasts some 800 locations. Brooke Corp. itself …
Brooke Franchise Corp. Sued for Fraud, Violation of RICO Act
Overland Park, Kan.-based Brooke Corp. was recently named in a lawsuit that alleges the company participated in fraud, negligence and violated the federal RICO Act (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act). Arthur C. Mann, president of IGWT Insurance Services in …
Officials in Midwest seek Federal aid after August storms
Flooding concerns continue to plague states in the Midwest after the latest round of high winds, tornadoes and heavy rain in late August. Some state officials are seeking federal aid to help homeowners and businesses get back on their feet. …
