Driver overconfidence is leading to risky behavior. Nationwide’s latest driver survey found 20% of drivers text while driving, 15% use social media, 13% watch videos, and 11% read or write emails. Half of all drivers admit to eating or drinking …
A North Carolina elementary school principal and a Cape Hatteras man were arrested last week and charged with insurance fraud after authorities said they attempted to make false claims to their insurance companies. Robert Grayson Dail, 35, of Gibsonville, principal …
Just when employees have learned to ignore scammy texts and emails from the boss, along comes the next generation of impersonation using artificial intelligence. Cybercriminals increasingly use generative AI, including voice calls and video, to scam businesses. And small businesses …
I recently watched the new movie Twisters starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Glen Powell, which gives viewers a fantastic and frightening look at the damage tornadoes and severe weather can cause to American communities. Early in the film, storm chaser/scientist Javi, …
Construction business owners experienced declines in their revenues, project completions, new bids and workforce, as the pandemic took hold in 2020. In fact, 7-in-10 construction business owners were negatively affected by COVID-19, according to research from insurer Nationwide. The New …
SafeWaters Underwriting Managers has secured a delegated authority underwriting agreement with Nationwide to provide tailor made yacht insurance products. Products will be written on National Casualty company paper, a Nationwide Company. SafeWaters, a subsidiary of RSG Underwriting Managers, specializes in …
Long-time Nationwide Chief Executive Officer Steve Rasmussen plans to retire later in 2019, the company disclosed. Rasmussen’s last official day as CEO will be Oct. 1, 2019, capping more than 10 years leading the Ohio-based insurer. Nationwide noted, however, that …
Nationwide Insurance has more than doubled the number of Des Moines job cuts it announced last fall. Nationwide said in November that about 80 workers in Des Moines would lose their jobs as part of a company effort to eliminate …
Working in grain bins can be deadly, so insurers want to remind farmers of the dangers. Nationwide insurance is helping sponsor a campaign to educate farmers about safety procedures they can use when working in grain bins. Farmers should wear …
For those who work from home, carpool frequently or use public transit more than they drive, Nationwide is launching SmartMiles, an auto insurance policy for low-mileage drivers. BuildIng on its telematics SmartRide offering, SmartMiles allows Nationwide customers to pay for …
