February 24, 2009
People caught driving drunk in Kentucky just once could be forced to install breath-alcohol monitoring devices in their cars, as the state’s lawmakers consider joining other states, including Alaska, in toughening DUI laws. House lawmakers are considering proposals aimed at …
February 23, 2009
A Texas woman whose son was killed when a helicopter headed to an oil platform crashed in the Gulf of Mexico is suing two companies in the death. Gayle Spikes filed a lawsuit against helicopter transportation company Rotorcraft Leasing Co. …
February 23, 2009
President Barack Obama has extended the federal office of Gulf Coast rebuilding, calling it a “first step of a sustained commitment by my administration to rebuild now, stronger than ever.” Obama also announced plans to send his Homeland Security Secretary, …
February 22, 2009
The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of 25,000 coverages and programs. To find additional markets, or to submit markets, go to www.MyNewMarkets.com. Fire Protection Contractors Market Detail: McNeil & Co. brings agents the FireWatch Program. This is …
February 22, 2009
In this litigious day and age, lawsuits alleging breach of the insurance policies, bad faith, unfair claims handling, unfair settlement practices or negligence by an insurance agent are so common that they are not considered particularly unique. Attorneys, insurers, insureds …
February 22, 2009
But Selling More at Subsidized Premiums Could Sink Flood Program There are a number of communities across the country where more flood insurance policies should be sold given their populations and flood risk. They include dozens of counties that have …
February 22, 2009
17 In the wake of deadly tornadoes that swept through sections of Oklahoma on Feb. 10, Gov. Brad Henry declared a state of emergency for 17 Oklahoma counties. A tornado in the town of Lone Grove initially killed eight people …
February 22, 2009
America First Insurance, a Liberty Mutual Agency Markets regional company based in Richardson, Texas, appointed Stephen Stricklen assistant vice president, Specialty Products. In this position Stricklen will manage the company’s new Farm & Ranch Division, as well as its rural …
February 22, 2009
God, not Guns “Let us keep the sanctity of churches and put our faith in God and not in guns.” —Rep. Steven Breedlove, a minister at the Valley View (Ark.) Church of Christ. The Associated Press reported that Breedlove and …
February 22, 2009
You May Not Know What You Think You Know About Flood Insurance Claims The Fifth Circuit has held that insureds have a duty to read and understand the terms of their SFIP. Whether you are an attorney, an insurance agent, …