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OnlineAutoInsurance.com Advises Consumers to Consider Long-Term Implications of Monthly Auto Insurance
With budgets tightening across the country, households may be taking a second look at the amount being spent on auto insurance. Some may be considering switching to a policy that can be paid in monthly installments. Though consumers who choose this option will be paying month-to-month, the coverage... - August 26, 2010 - Online Auto Insurance
Trupanion Welcomes Consumer Reports Pet Insurance Review, Urges Pet Owners to Shop Carefully
According to a just-released Consumer Reports review of the pet insurance industry, pet owners wanting to provide the best medical care for their dogs and cats can be confused about the need for and benefits of pet medical insurance. Consumer Reports compared nine policies from four companies... - August 19, 2010 - Trupanion
Participate in an Upcoming Event for Insurance IT Executives
The CIO Insurance Summit team is looking for CIOs and Senior IT Executives who are interested in participating in the upcoming technology event, October 17-20, 2010, as a speaker or panelist. Qualified speakers will receive complimentary travel, accommodations, food and drink for the duration of the event. - August 19, 2010 - CDM Media
The 1st National Healthcare Reform Conference is Pleased to Announce LTC Solutions of Redmond, Wa. as a Sponsor at the Conference in Los Angeles, on September 20-22, 2010
LTC Solutions is a full service, national brokerage firm that specializes exclusively in group long-term care insurance as an employee benefit and has chosen to be one of the exhibitors at the 1st National Healthcare Reform Conference in Los Angeles this September 20-22, 2010. - August 18, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
Anne Ballard Presents Webinar on Using Events to Grow Self-Storage Rentals as Part of MiniCo Webinar Series
On August 25, 2010, renowned self-storage industry professional M. Anne Ballard will present the free webinar “Using On-Site Events to Grow Referrals, Repeats and Marketing-Sourced Move-Ins.” Ms. Ballard, the president and founder of Smyrna, Ga.-based Universal Management Company, will... - August 17, 2010 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
Pet Insurance Company Sees Spike in Ligament Injuries in Summer Months
Trupanion notes an increase in pet insurance claims for cruciate ligament damages and ties this to warm weather. - August 16, 2010 - Trupanion
OnlineAutoInsurance.com Makes It Easy to Compare Quotes Quickly
With budgets tightening, consumers may find OnlineAutoInsurance.com's quote-generation tool to be a fast and efficient way to realize savings. - August 16, 2010 - Online Auto Insurance
National Healthcare Reform Conference Announces Posting of the Attendee List 2010
National Healthcare Reform Conference Attendee List for the 2010 Employer Healthcare Congress is now on the website - August 16, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
TransGuardian Previews SNAP! – a True, Online Multi-Carrier Insured Parcel Wizard
Wizards have long been known for coaching users easily and step-by-step, through complex procedures. Now TransGuardian is delivering this kind of simplicity, speed, savings, and security for small parcel shipping through SNAP! - August 15, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
Crestron Teams with NSCA to Provide Affordable Health Insurance for Small Business
NSCA SystemPlus™ Health Solutions and Crestron Electronics Expand Co-op Program Enabling Small Systems Integrators to Obtain Healthcare at Affordable Prices - August 15, 2010 - Crestron Electronics, Inc.
The TRG Trade Spotlight Reaches Two Years in Circulation
Trade Risk Guaranty (TRG) launched an International Trade Ezine known as the TRG Trade Spotlight in August of 2008. After two years in circulation that company continues to release this popular series of articles. - August 14, 2010 - Trade Risk Guaranty
NovaPro Risk Solutions Partners with Frasco, Inc. for Special Investigative Unit (SIU)
NovaPro Risk Solutions, a leading national provider of Third Party Claims Administration and Field Services, announced its partnership with Frasco® Investigative Services as their national SIU Provider. As the nationwide NovaPro SIU, Frasco will ensure compliance with all SIU anti-fraud... - August 13, 2010 - Frasco, Inc.
Insurance Navy Starts a New Venture for Low Cost SR22 in Maywood, IL
Insurance Navy represents dozens of companies including Safeco, Travelers, Hartford, AAA, Progressive, 21st Century, Infinity, and more; starts new operations to sell low cost SR22 in Maywood, IL - August 12, 2010 - Insurance Navy
The Software for the Networking Meeting at the National Healthcare Reform Conference™, to Take Place in Los Angeles September 20-22nd, 2010 is Now Up and Running
The networking software is up and running for the National Healthcare Reform Conference ™ scheduled for September 20-22, 2010 in Los Angeles. In-person meetings are the most effective way of doing business in the 21st century and registration is now encouraged for the conference. - August 12, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
Blackburn Group Inc. & MSA RiskPro.com Announces Lien Negotiations Solutions Practice
Blackburn Group Inc. & MSA RiskPro.com, are pleased to announce they have added new Lien Negotiations practice for integration into their Risk and Claim Management Services. - August 12, 2010 - Blackburn Group Inc.
TransGuardian Averts a $29,000 Loss on a Parcel from Central America
TransGuardian’s tracking system is unique and proprietary. It detects exceptions proactively in a way that no other system does. This enables TransGuardian staff to identify emerging threats to high-value goods in transit and address them assertively and early. “I was tracking... - August 11, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
JLT Enters California Lawyers Market
JLT Facilities, Inc., part of the Jardine Lloyd Thompson (JLT) Group, has expanded the reach of its Lawyers Professional Liability coverage to include the 1 to 25 attorney market in California with its "A" rated and admitted carriers; JLT now insures attorneys in: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, GA,... - August 10, 2010 - JLT Facilities, Inc.
The 3rd Annual Employer Healthcare Congress is Pleased to Announce First Horizon Msaver as a Silver Sponsor at the Conference in Los Angeles, on September 20-22, 2010.
First Horizon Msaver is the proud sponsor of the National Healthcare Reform Conference, September 20-22, 2010 in Los Angeles at the Hyatt Regency Century City. - August 07, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
TransGuardian Averts $23,000 Transit Loss for Prominent Los Angeles Diamond Dealer
On August 4, 2010, a $23,000 return parcel sent to Gerson & Horowitz (http://www.gersonandhorowitz.com/), a prominent Los Angeles Diamond Dealer since 1955, was mistakenly delivered to another jeweler’s address. The other jeweler didn’t say a word. TransGuardian’s Maria Rolon... - August 06, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
TransGuardian Averts $60,000 Transit Loss for Houston-Area Diamond Dealer
In July 2010, a prominent Houston Diamond Dealer registered with TransGuardian.com. His first shipment was for $60,000 sent via one of the two major small parcel carriers to Mumbai, India. Unfortunately, the carrier mis-sorted the parcel, sending it to Panama. Fortunately, TransGuardian’s... - August 06, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
TransGuardian Pays $18,000 Claim and Averts $82,000 Loss for Premier Precious Metals Broker
Earlier this year, Miles Franklin experienced the loss of two precious metals shipments sent under TransGuardian.com’s Declared Value Coverage. In May 2010, Wells Fargo Insurance Services delivered a check for $18,000 which TransGuardian.com presented to Miles Franklin for full coverage of... - August 06, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
General Insurance Yearbook 2010 - Launched Successfully All Over India & Overseas
General Insurance Year Book 2010 has been released all over India & overseas from the house of The Insurance Times. The book published for the first time in India will be a unique ready reckoner of general insurance information on India. Visit www.bimabazaar.com - August 05, 2010 - The Insurance Times
Connecticut Insurance Agency Launches New Website
Get Insured CT has updated and improved their website that now also includes a state-of-the-art instant auto insurance quote system. - August 04, 2010 - Get Insured CT
New Drewberry MPPI Research – Less Than Half of MPPI Policy Holders Protect More Than Their Basic Mortgage Payments
New research indicates that less than half of individuals looking to take out mortgage payment protection insure more than their basic monthly loan payment, leaving them to cover the cost of council tax and other monthly expenses out of their own pocket. - August 04, 2010 - Drewberry Personal
ACE Executives to Speak at MarketScout’s Entrepreneurial Insurance Symposium
Ace Innovations Profiled by Courtemanche and Purdy. - August 04, 2010 - MarketScout Corporation
National Healthcare Reform Conference to Focus on Negative Effects of Reform on Health Insurance Companies
"Healthcare Reform is going to change the way health insurance companies conduct their business, manage their medical claims and how they market. Healthcare Reform was really Health Insurance Reform," said Maureen Ross of the Healthcare Reform Magazine. - August 01, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
First Rehab Life Introduces New Dental Insurance
Intuitive Online Quoting System provides Producers with a flexible Tool. - July 31, 2010 - ShelterPoint
Extended Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract Provider to Launch New Website, CarServiceContract.com
Extended Warranty Company National Warranty Services Inc launches its new website on Thursday July 29th. The California based Extended Auto Warranty and Vehicle Service Contract provider currently receive quote requests on www.usdirectprotect.com and will now also give customers online quote's at... - July 30, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Appalachian Underwriters, Inc. (AUI) Strengthens Tennessee Operations by Acquiring The Renewals of Summers & Associates, Inc., an MGA Operating Out of Dandridge TN
AUI has entered into an agreement to purchase the renewal rights of Summers & Associates effective August 1st, 2010. Summers & Associates is a specialized MGA, serving Tennessee agents, and is owned and operated by Jim Summers. Jim after many years of service has decided to retire and was... - July 30, 2010 - Appalachian Underwriters, Inc.
Conference to Address Negative Effect of Healthcare Reform on Health Insurance Agents
"Healthcare Reform will negatively affect health insurance agents around the country," says Jonathan Edelheit of the Employer Healthcare Congress. Healthcare Reform significantly reduces an insurance agent’s commission on health insurance and in some cases puts health insurance... - July 30, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
National Healthcare Reform Conference™ Announces Exhibitors and Sponsors for the Event
The 1st National Healthcare Reform Conference™, taking place in Los Angeles September 20th-22nd, 2010, announces exhibitors and sponsors at the most influential health insurance and healthcare conference this year. - July 30, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
TransGuardian Delivers $1,100 Claim Check to Neon Gems
"Even small losses, like this one, feel discouraging to shippers in our industry, and we try to be as supportive and pro-active in managing claims as possible," said TransGuardian's Madlene Moseley. - July 29, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
PrimeCare Medical, Inc. Selects HEALTHsuite® from RAM Technologies to Administer Correctional Health Services
PrimeCare Medical, a leader in the administration of correctional health services, has selected the advanced software solution HEALTHsuite from RAM Technologies to upgrade their administrative capabilities. - July 29, 2010 - RAM Technologies, Inc.
TransGuardian.com Presents $18,000 Claim Check Los Angeles Area Precious Metals Refinery
"We always empathize when a client experiences a transit loss," said Ms. Hagopian. "Being there to protect their interest is what TransGuardian is all about." - July 27, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
TransGuardian.com Presents $25,000 Claim Check to Garo Jewelry
On behalf of TransGuardian.com (www.transguardian.com), Madlene Moseley and Rima Hagopian presented Mr. Garo Keurjikian of Garo Jewelry, Inc. a claim check for $25,000 for a jewelry parcel lost in transit while covered by TransGuardian.com. Wells Fargo Insurance Services, the largest provider in... - July 26, 2010 - TransGuardian, Inc.
MiniCo Offers Deductible Waiver Option for Self-Storage Insureds
MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC, is now offering a deductible waiver option designed to help relieve some of the financial burden on self-storage insureds in the event of a loss caused by hail or wind which causes cosmetic damage to roof coverings. Currently available in Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas,... - July 26, 2010 - MiniCo Insurance Agency, LLC
National Healthcare Reform Conference™ Announces Esteemed List of Speakers
Healthcare Leaders, Insurance Brokers & Agents, High Ranking Consultants will all convene in Los Angeles September 20-22, 2010 to participate in one of the most talked about Conferences of the year. - July 25, 2010 - Healthcare Reform Conference
Executive Perils, Inc. Celebrates 10 Years
Los Angeles based wholesale insurance broker has delivered expertise and value-added service since 2000. Wholesale insurance broker, Executive Perils, Inc. (www.eperils.com), is celebrating its tenth anniversary. Since 2000, Executive Perils has earned industry recognition as a leader in management... - July 25, 2010 - Executive Perils, Inc.
Kevin Kelley to Speak at Entrepreneurial Insurance Symposium
Ironshore Chief Executive Will Profile Innovative Products and Strategies for Growth - July 25, 2010 - MarketScout Corporation
Auto Warranty Company US Direct Protect Has Officially Joined the VPA
Auto Warranty provider US Direct Protect has joined the VPA and has made it official Wednesday July 21st by mailing their auditing fee via certified mail. September 1st is the deadline for all Car Service Contract Brokers, Agents, Finance Companies, Fulfillment Companies, Administrators and... - July 24, 2010 - National Warranty Services dba US Direct Protect
Speakers Emerge for 2nd Annual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference
The 2ndAnnual Voluntary Benefits & Limited Medical Conference, http://voluntarybenefitsconference.com/ will bring together industry professionals and top employers from all over the country to discuss what types of benefits they are offering employees and the value of offering such voluntary... - July 23, 2010 - Voluntary Benefits Conference
Business Controls, Inc., Partners with Philadelphia Insurance Companies
Business Controls, Inc. (BCI) and Philadelphia Insurance Companies (PHLY) have partnered to reduce client’s insurance premiums and risk due to workplace misconduct. - July 22, 2010 - Business Controls, Inc.
Randall A. Hoover Named National Association of Health Underwriters Lifetime Achiever
The National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) recently named Randall A. Hoover, Registered Employee Benefits Consultant (REBC) and resident of Beverly Hills, Michigan, as a qualifier for the Leading Producers Round Table Lifetime Level of Production award. The National Association of... - July 21, 2010 - Hoover and Associates Financial Services, Inc.
VersaSuite Fully Supports and Welcomes Final Rule for "Meaningful Use" of Electronic Health Records
VersaSuite reiterates its Certification Guarantee to exceed "Meaningful Use" requirements. - July 17, 2010 - VersaSuite
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Appears on Prestigious Ward’s 50 List
For the second consecutive year, Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance has been included in the Ward’s 50, a prestigious listing of the top property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The honor puts Farm Bureau in the top 2% insurance companies in the United States. - July 17, 2010 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
GWI Expands Stop Loss Portfolio with Fairmont Specialty Partnership
GreenWood International to Underwrite Medical Stop Loss on Behalf of Fairmont Specialty’s A&H Division. - July 16, 2010 - GreenWood International Insurance Services, Inc
Adaptik to Sponsor Tech Decisions Web Seminar
Competent to the Core-Trends in Policy Admin, Underwriting, and Claims to be presented August 25 by Adaptik Corporation. - July 15, 2010 - Adaptik Corporation
DocSite Meets Final 'Meaningful Use' Rule for Doctors and Hospitals
DocSite deployed with a certified e-prescribing application meets CMS EHR Meaningful Use Final Rule Criteria for Stage 1 final rules and for Stage 2 criteria as written. Using DocSite demonstrably improves healthcare, with users typically improving compliance with care and quality guidelines from 25% to 50% within a three month to one year period. Further, DocSite users can submit for payment through the DocSite industry leading PQRI data solution for 2010 and 2011. - July 14, 2010 - docsite
MSW Expands Into Florida
Greg Lyons joins MSW as it establishes operations in Florida - July 09, 2010 - MarketScout Corporation
Medical Management, LLC Selects Kareo as Medical Billing Software Solution
Kareo medical billing software and Medical Management, LLC, a leading national medical billing service, are pleased to announce that Medical Management, LLC has selected Kareo as its medical billing software solution. - July 09, 2010 - Kareo