Illinois News

From the Big Apple to the Corn State

From the executive office of the Greater New York Mutual Insurance Companies on Madison Avenue in the heart of New York City, Warren Heck, chairman and chief executive officer, can see Illinois. “It’s fantastic, unbelievable. I get very excited when …

Chinese imports and product liability coverage

Recalled toys sit in the foreground as Sen. Richard Durbin, D-Ill., calls on a witness during the Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2007, to discuss toy safety standards. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh) Mattell Chief …

As motorcycle deaths rise, Feds urge states adopt strict helmet laws

States should require motorcycle riders to wear proper helmets, government investigators urged as part of several recommendations that seek to stem a steady rise in motorcycle deaths. Members of the National Transportation Safety Board unanimously approved the motorcycle safety recommendations, …

My New Markets

Youth Recreation Programs Nuts & Bolts: Markel Insurance Co. is offering coverage for youth recreation programs and camps. Coverage available includes general liability, umbrella, sexual abuse/molestation, D&O, child abduction, special events, professional liability, property, key employee replacement, auto, crime, and …

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. …

It Figures

65 New U.S. census figures show that the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul rank fourth in the nation in the percentage of seniors working past age 65. Of Twin Cities residents in their late 60s and early 70s, more than …

My New Markets

Medical Staffing Professional Liability Nuts & Bolts: International Excess Agency Inc. is offering claims-made allied health care stand alone professional liability insurance. A PL/GL combo program is also available. Dollars: $100,000 to $10 million. Carrier: Lloyds of London rated “A” …

My New Markets

Youth Recreation Programs Nuts & Bolts: Markel Insurance Co. is offering coverage for youth recreation programs and camps. Coverage includes general liability, umbrella, sexual abuse/molestation, D&O, child abduction, special events, professional liability, property, key employee replacement, auto, crime, and business …

Ill. Encompass Promotes Branch to Assistant Vice President

Encompass Insurance recently announced that Ken Branch, 48, has been promoted to assistant vice president, Sales and Distribution.. Part of the Allstate group of companies, Encompass sells automobile, homeowner and related insurance products. Products are sold exclusively through independent agencies. …

Indiana Insurance Offers New Commercial Lines Product

Loveland, Ohio-based Indiana Insurance, a member of Liberty Mutual Group, recently announced the introduction of its new commercial lines product, Custom Protector. Custom Protector is a comprehensive array of property and liability coverages that can be customized for more than …