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Insurer Not Responsible for Workers’ Comp Claim Due to Overdose Death

The New Hampshire Supreme Court has affirmed a decision by the New Hampshire Compensation Appeals Board (CAB) denying an estate’s request that its insurer pay workers’ compensation benefits to the estate as a result of an overdose death. The petitioner, …

Off-Duty New York City Police Department Officer Indicted for Insurance Fraud

A New York City Police Department officer has been indicted for insurance fraud, falsifying business records and related charges for allegedly filing a false insurance claim stating his vehicle was stolen when the same car was found burned down at …

Pennsylvania’s PMA Companies Names Shertenlieb as Vice President of Marketing

PMA Companies has named Tara Shertenlieb as vice president of Marketing. In this role, she is responsible for developing and executing PMA Companies’ marketing strategies and initiatives including branding, communications, advertising and digital marketing. Shertenlieb reports to Derek Hopper, senior …

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. Hires DellaCroce to Healthcare Practice in New Jersey

Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., a global leader in insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting services, has hired Anthony DellaCroce to its team in New Jersey as an area vice president for the Healthcare Practice, specializing in healthcare insurance placement. …

Captain of Ferry that Ran Aground in Boston Harbor Off Job Pending Drug Test

The captain of a commuter ferry that ran aground in Boston Harbor has been placed on leave pending drug test results. The Boston Globe reported Saturday that the captain was taken off the job pending the test, which is routine …

Everest Insurance Adds Three Members in Pennsylvania, New York

Everest Insurance has added three members to the Financial Lines Private Company/Not‐For‐Profit group. This group provides management liability insurance for private and not‐for‐profit companies of all sizes and industries. Michelle Bockin has joined Everest Insurance as a director, managing all …

The Connecticut Interlocal Risk Management Agency Hires Dion, Martin

The Connecticut Interlocal Risk Management Agency (CIRMA) has hired Ellen Dion as chief financial officer (CFO). Dion has property and casualty insurance industry expertise spanning more than 25 years and will oversee budget preparation and administration, financial planning and operations, …

Alliant Adds Shaffer to Its Mid-Atlantic Team as Senior Vice President

Alliant has added John Shaffer III to its Mid-Atlantic team. The Bethesda, Md.-based property and casualty specialist will serve as senior vice president, designing and delivering a range of insurance and risk management services to clients throughout the region as …

New Jersey Woman Gets Two Years in Compound Drug Fraud Scheme

A New Jersey woman has been sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a widespread fraud scheme involving public employees and compound prescription drugs. Kristie Masucci appeared before a judge in Camden on Tuesday. The 37-year-old Cedar …

Ryan Specialty Group Reaches Agreement to Acquire Pennsylvania’s Suitelife

Ryan Specialty Group LLC (RSG) has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the assets and operations of The Suitelife, a program manager specializing in boutique hotels, premier and full service hotels, hotel management companies, condo hotels and resorts from Venture …

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