10 Rules for Family Businesses April 19, 2021 By Catherine Oak Family businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy. There are 5.5 million family businesses in the United States. According...
What Young Agents Think Survey: Optimism High Among Young Agent Leaders April 19, 2021 By Andrea Wells Despite ongoing concerns over the pandemic, young agents say they felt supported by their agencies over the past year. A...
Businesses Filing More COVID Lawsuits and the Stakes are Higher April 19, 2021 By Jim Sams The anniversary of COVID-19 shutdown orders brought an upturn in both the number of business-interruption lawsuits against insurers and the...
Why Agencies Need to Improve Key Metric Measurements in Today’s Economically Challenging Times April 19, 2021 By Chris Burand Agency executives can greatly increase the success of their organizations if they know how many customers they have. That sounds...
Why Nonstandard Auto Is More Critical Than Ever April 19, 2021 By Troy Korsgaden Customers, insurance carriers and their distribution need nonstandard auto protection for drivers now more than any time in history. Although...
Farmers Insurance to Pay $25M in Settlement Over Oklahoma Earthquake Claims April 19, 2021 Oklahoma has reached a $25 million settlement with Farmers Insurance over the company’s handling of earthquake claims, state officials say....
Is It Covered?: A Flood of Uncovered Claims April 6, 2021 By Bill Wilson On a recent insurance social media page, an agent was looking for a market for a $2 million home that...
Commercial Vehicle Accident Lawsuits Target of Texas Legislation April 5, 2021 By Stephanie K. Jones A pair of companion bills have been introduced in the Texas House and Senate that proponents say are aimed at...
Stand Alone, Together: Why SMBs Need Standalone Cyber Cover April 5, 2021 By Asaf Lifshitz It is well known that small and medium businesses (SMBs) face an ever-increasing risk of cyberattacks. Sixty-three percent of SMBs,...
Groups Opposing Bill to Create California Medical Provider Network Option for Workers April 5, 2021 By Don Jergler A California bill to establish a statewide medical provider network for employees is raising a few eyebrows. Assembly Bill 1465...