Frustrated businesses took their fight against illegal immigration to court in August, filing the first in a series of lawsuits accusing competitors of hiring illegal workers to achieve an unfair advantage. Anti-illegal immigration groups said the lawsuits were an attempt …
Actions and Proceedings Brannon v. Continental Casualty Co. (Alaska court, June 9, 2006, Unpublished) Ruling: The trial court had dismissed the injured party’s action against the insurer based on statute of limitation grounds. The injured party previously had been assigned …
Oregon’s Experience: Addressing credit scores, health care and disclosure Insurance Journal’s Andrew Simpson at a recent meeting of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Here are additional thoughts Administrator Ario shared. I understand that the main issue that you’re involved …
Associations oppose eliminating contingent commissions The attorneys general of New York, Connecticut and Illinois are continuing their fight against anti-competitive practices in the insurance industry. In doing so, they have been finding fault with contingent commissions paid to insurance brokers …
The lawsuits were an attempt to enforce immigration law by creating a deterrent against hiring illegal employees. Businesses file first in series of lawsuits against competitors Frustrated businesses took their fight against illegal immigration to court in August, filing the …
When looking at credit scoring, the affordability and availability of health care, or even the construction liability market, states often are better-equipped than the federal government to address the issues, according to Oregon’s Insurance Administrator Joel Ario. After all, states …
A common misconception among agency owners who began their careers in sales is the belief that agency management and sales management are the same. The art and science of agency management require a unique set of managerial skills that are …
Global insurance broker Willis Group Holdings has signed an agreement with the New York Attorney General and the Insurance Department of New York amending the previous agreement banning receipt of all contingent payments. The change clears the way for Willis …
Brentwood, Tenn.-based SyMplify Technologies, a division of Sy.Med Development, Inc., has launched a new software solution, OneApp Agency, designed specifically for the unique needs of insurance agents and brokers. OneApp Agency is a software solution that streamlines and enhances agency …
The future of any industry, including the independent insurance agency system, depends on the successful development and advancement of today’s young professionals. One event designed to help young agents master the skills needed to grow their businesses, is the National …
