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....
Engaging and Developing Younger Generations April 19, 2021 By Tony Cañas The insurance workforce is undergoing substantial shifts. Remote work has become the norm, automation and technological advancements have impacted most...
Report: 44K-Plus Workers’ Comp COVID-19 Claims Filed in Texas by Mid-February April 19, 2021 An updated report on workers’ compensation claims in Texas related to COVID-19 shows that insurance carriers had reported more than...
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...
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...
Staying on Top of Prospects in a Remote Setting by Phone and Email April 5, 2021 By Amanda Puppo The work-from-home environment is the ultimate test in staying on top of prospects. Unnurtured relationships can easily fade, or you...