April 7, 2008
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. Liquor Liability with Assault and Battery Nuts & Bolts: United States Liability Insurance is writing …
April 7, 2008
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. Child Welfare Insurance Services Nuts & Bolts: Child Welfare Insurance Services is offering programs designed …
April 4, 2008
The former chief executive of railroad owner Norfolk Southern says he never promised that his company would pay to keep a South Carolina textile mill open after it had been damaged by a 2005 toxic chemical spill. A Norfolk Southern …
April 4, 2008
A.M. Best Co. has affirmed the financial strength rating (FSR) of ‘A’ (Excellent) and issuer credit ratings (ICR) of “a” of RSUI Group and its members. Best also affirmed the ICR of “bbb” and debt rating of “bb+” on $290.4 …
April 4, 2008
Installing a new fire sprinkler system in a home or business could bring tax breaks worth about half their cost under a bill sent to the South Carolina Senate. The legislation allows local governments to decide whether they’ll offer tax …
April 4, 2008
Tennessee drivers scored a major legislative victory with the passage of a new law that stops cities from imposing hidden taxes on motorists, according to the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America. The legislation (HB 2547) prohibits local governments from …
April 3, 2008
The governor of the first state to rebuke the federal government over plans to tighten driver’s license rules promised this week to work with the Department of Homeland Security to meet federal demands so residents won’t be singled out for …
March 31, 2008
The safety of rail tank cars that carry the most dangerous hazardous materials will be improved under the “most sweeping and revolutionary proposal in decades,” according to U.S. Secretary of Transportation Mary E. Peters. “This proposal is designed to significantly …
March 27, 2008
South Carolina’s youngest drivers would have to go through more training before getting a regular license under a bill that has won approval in a Senate panel. Sen. Joel Lourie says requiring four hours of private driver’s training will help …
March 26, 2008
Insurers say estimated damage in South Carolina from severe weather earlier this month has increased to $43 million. The South Carolina Insurance News Service said Monday that more than 11,000 insurance claims had been reported as a result of the …