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Drew Rothman of R-T Specialty Explores Wood-frame Construction Trends & Challenges at CLM Conference
Drew Rothman of R-T Specialty, LLC’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice (ECP) recently explored the wood-frame construction boom and strategies for managing the related and wide-ranging risks at the 2019 Claims and Litigation Management (CLM) Alliance... - April 22, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
MFE Insurance Brokerage Offers Restaurant Insurance
MFE Insurance, a California entertainment insurance brokerage, announced they are now offering restaurant insurance policies. - April 22, 2019 - MFE Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association to End Free Conference Recording Access
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced that it will no longer be offering free access to watch sessions filmed at prior national Medigap industry conferences. - April 19, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
ASC President, Glenn Backus to Present a Session at RIMS 2019 Annual Conference & Exhibition
Measuring your claims operation effectiveness has never been so accessible. See how at RIMS 2019 in Boston this month. - April 18, 2019 - Alternative Service Concepts
AAdvantage Insurance Group Hires Two Team Members
Glen Carbon, IL agency adds staff to growing business. - April 17, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Direct Auto Insurance Expands in Alabama: Hosting Four-Day Hiring Event, April 30-May 3 to Meet Growing Business Demands
Direct Auto Insurance to host hiring event April 30-May 3 to fill at least 45 retail sales agent positions for 23 new retail stores opening in Alabama within the next six months. - April 16, 2019 - Direct Auto Insurance
Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company Announces Support of Eric Oliver
Universal Guaranty Life Insurance Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of UTG, Inc., announced today its enthusiastic support for the election of Eric Oliver as trustee of Texas Pacific Land Trust (TPL) at the special meeting of shareholders to be held on May 22, 2019. - April 16, 2019 - First Southern National Bank
Synergy Professional Associates/ Tokio Marine HCC Professional Lines Group Announce the Expansion of Lawyers Professional Liability Programs into CO, FL & NJ
Synergy Professional Associates in partnership with Tokio Marine HCC – Professional Lines Group announces the expansion of their Lawyers Professional Liability programs focusing on small law firms into Colorado, Florida and New Jersey. The new facilities target small law firms from 1 to 35... - April 15, 2019 - Synergy Professional Associates
SAN Group Names Katie Packard as Personal Lines Placement Specialist
In this role, Packard works with carriers and member agents to offer the most competitive pricing for varied personal risks in standard markets. - April 13, 2019 - SAN Group
Andrew Mendelson of Berkley Design Professional to Address BIM Issues and Best Practices at American Council of Engineering Companies 2019 Annual Convention
Andrew D. Mendelson, FAIA, senior vice president, chief risk management officer at Berkley Design Professional, a division of Berkley Alliance Managers, a Berkley Company, will address Building Information Modeling (BIM) issues and best practices at the American Council of Engineering Companies... - April 11, 2019 - Berkley Alliance Managers
AAMSI to Explore Latest Medicare Supplement Insurance Legislative Initiatives at National Conference
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance announced speakers and sessions at the organization's national conference who will focus on the latest Medicare legislative initiatives. The upcoming Presidential election and Medicare for All policy issue make this conference most timely says AAMSI director. - April 11, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Cowart Insurance is Pleased to Announce Bonnie Swan Has Earned the Prestigious Designation of CISR Elite
The distinction of CISR Elite has been conferred on Bonnie Swan, licensed Property & Casualty Agent of Cowart Insurance Agency in Lawrenceville, Georgia, after her successful completion of all nine, classroom or online courses covering all areas of insurance risks and exposures, followed by... - April 10, 2019 - Cowart Insurance Agency
Nichols Insurance Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Belle, MO agency to target farm insurance clientele. - April 10, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
HealthAxis Group Acquires Analytics Partners
HealthAxis Group announced the acquisition of Analytics Partners based in Jacksonville, FL. The merging of business operations adds robust and proven analytics to complement the HealthAxis Group’s current and powerful core platform and services. HealthAxis Group acquired Analytics Partners... - April 09, 2019 - Analytics Partners
Long-Term Care Insurance Costs For 60-Year Olds Vary by Over 100 Percent According to Latest AALTCI Study
Long-term care insurance costs for 60-year-olds can vary by over 100 percent according to the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance's 2019 Price Index. Comparison shopping is vital for those seeking to save money recommends AALTCI director. - April 07, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Production Insurance Brokers Explain Short Term Production Insurance
The production insurance brokers at MFE Insurance recently released a blog post explaining the importance of short term production insurance. This type of insurance can help filmmakers in the production industry protect their work, crew, and finances. Short term production insurance is available... - April 07, 2019 - MFE Insurance
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics Offer Free Transportation
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics now offers free transportation to and from their clinics to better serve patients that have been in a personal injury accident. - April 05, 2019 - PIHELP
Michelle Caine of Prudential Financial Becomes the New NSSTA President
National Structured Settlements Trade Association announces Michelle Caine as President and Michael W. Goodman as President-Elect. - April 03, 2019 - National Structured Settlements Trade Association
R-T Specialty, LLC’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice (ECP) Unveils 2019 Market Update
Annual Recap Details Environmental & Construction-related Professional Liability Insurance Trends, Conditions & Forecasts. - April 03, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Insurance Technology Focus Expanded at Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's 2019 Conference
The American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance will expand the focus on insurance technologies at the organization's upcoming annual industry conference. - April 03, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's Announces April Promotion
A special incentive for the 2019 National Medicare Supplement Industry Summit was announced by the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance. - March 30, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's Conference to Focus on MACRA Changes
Significant changes impacting Medicare Supplement insurance will be a key focus of the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's 2019 national conference taking place this June in Atlanta. - March 29, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Normandy Insurance Company Expands Coverage of Workers’ Compensation to Arkansas
Florida-based workers' compensation carrier Normandy Insurance Company is now offering workers’ compensation insurance to small, mid-size, and large businesses in Arkansas. This is the fourth major expansion by the multi-state insurer since the beginning of 2019. Normandy now offers... - March 28, 2019 - Normandy Insurance Company
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics Enter the World of Bilingual Healthcare
P.I.HELP Injury Clinics’ staff, chiropractors and medical doctors enter the world of bilingual healthcare by offering personal injury rehabilitation therapy and chiropractic care in English and Spanish. - March 27, 2019 - PIHELP
Long-Term Care Insurance Purchased by 350,000 Americans in 2018 According to AALTCI Report
Some 350,000 Americans purchased long-term care protection including both traditional long-term care insurance as well as combination products according to a report released by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance (AALTCI). "Individuals understand the consequences associated... - March 27, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
SBJW Insurance Joins Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
New Quincy, IL insurance agency becomes newest member of association. - March 27, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims End Where They Start Finds New AALTCI Study
Most long-term care insurance claims end in the same place where they start finds a new study by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - March 21, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Launches Alliance with GardenSMART
A consumer awareness effort has been launched between the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance and GardenSMART, a leading organization that can help reach hundreds of thousands of American consumers. - March 21, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Dr. Darryl Auston Joins OrthoONE at North Suburban Medical Center
OrthoONE at North Suburban Medical Center, a practice located in Thornton that provides comprehensive orthopedic services, welcomes new provider Dr. Darryl Auston. Dr. Auston is a board certified orthopedic surgeon that specializes in orthopedic trauma cases, including acute fracture care with a particular interest in pelvis, acetabulum (the socket of the ball-and-socket hip joint) and complex joint injuries. - March 19, 2019 - HCA HealthONE
SUNUP Insurance Services Ranked One of the Fastest Growing Franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine
SUNUP Insurance Services was recently ranked in Entrepreneur magazine’s Fastest-Growing Franchises list. This highly sought after honor recognizes the 150 companies with the greatest franchise unit growth in North America. Todd Swicegood, CEO of SUNUP Insurance Services states, "I am... - March 18, 2019 - SUNUP Insurance Services
Insurance Navy Accelerates Growth with New Office in Bridgeview
Insurance Navy, the fastest-growing insurance agency in Illinois, is expanding its insurance services by opening a new agency office in Bridgeview, Illinois. Through this new location, Insurance Navy will be able to be closer to existing customers and offer affordable insurance services to the... - March 16, 2019 - Insurance Navy
Expect More Long-Term Care Insurance Companies to Market Directly to Consumers Predicts AALTCI
In the future, expect more insurance companies offering long-term care insurance will market directly to consumers predicts the director of the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. AALTCI's director hosted a special call following an announcement last week by the largest LTC insurer. - March 15, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Insurance Navy Partners with Mile Auto for Per-Mile Insurance Services
PInsurance Navy, the fastest-growing insurance agency in Illinois, is expanding its insurance services by partnering with Mile Auto. Through this partnership, Insurance Navy will offer per-mile insurance coverage. This type of service is a great option for people who commute to work using... - March 15, 2019 - Insurance Navy
Normandy Insurance Company Announces Expansion of Coverage to Louisiana
Florida-based workers' compensation carrier Normandy Insurance Company is now offering workers’ compensation insurance to small, mid-size, and large businesses in Louisiana. This is the third major expansion by the multi-state insurer since the beginning of the year. Normandy now offers... - March 14, 2019 - Normandy Insurance Company
Most Long-Term Care Insurance Claims End Due to Death Reveals New AALTCI Study
The findings of a study of long-term care insurance claims released today by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance reveal that most policy claims end due to the death of the claimant. AALTCI director explains relevance of this information to consumers considering insurance coverage. - March 13, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
David M. Slaugenhoup Promoted to Assistant Vice President at RT New Day
David M. Slaugenhoup has been promoted to Assistant Vice President within RT Specialty’s National Environmental and Construction Professional Liability Practice. Since joining the New Day team in 2013, he has worked diligently to help their retail broker clients representing the construction,... - March 12, 2019 - R-T Specialty, LLC's Environmental & Construction Professional Practice
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association's Conference Reaches Milestone
The exhibit hall at the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's industry conference has sold out according to the organization. This marks the earliest sell out for the conference which takes place in June in Atlanta. - March 09, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin at Home Reports New AALTCI Study
The majority of long-term care insurance claims begin with care in the home according to a study of 2018 new claims conducted by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance. - March 08, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Jolie Barnes Promoted to Claims Manager for Third-Party Administrator Alternative Service Concepts
Senior claim adjuster promoted to newest claim manager for TPA Alternative Service Concepts. - March 07, 2019 - Alternative Service Concepts
Richard White, CEO of ShelterPoint Life Insurance Company, Joins LICONY’s Board of Directors
ShelterPoint Life Insurance Company (“ShelterPoint Life”) today announced that Richard White, CEO, has been appointed a member of the Life Insurance Council of New York’s (LICONY) Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2019. Mr. White joins other leading life insurance industry... - March 06, 2019 - ShelterPoint
Medicare Supplement Insurance Association Adds Hotel for Annual Conference
A second hotel has been added to accommodate attendees for the American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance's yearly national industry Summit. AAMSI has signed an agreement enabling conference attendees to secure discounted rooms at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta. - March 06, 2019 - American Association for Medicare Supplement Insurance
Sallop Insurance Inc. Announces the Promotion of Erin Townsend to Assistant Vice President
Sallop Insurance Inc., a premier insurance brokerage firm in Boston, MA, with over 60 years of experience working in Healthcare, is pleased to announce that Erin Townsend has been promoted to Assistant Vice President. Erin has 15 years of commercial insurance experience working in the Healthcare... - March 05, 2019 - Sallop Insurance Inc.
TPA Network is Pleased to Announce the Creation of a Research Facility for the Self-Funded Industry
TPA Network is pleased to announce the establishment of an industry-focused research consortium to assess the value of emerging medical technologies and health innovations; an initiative that is being met with great interest and support by many leading reinsurance, technology and professional services companies. - March 04, 2019 - TPA Network, Inc.
AALTCI Study Reports Ages When Long-Term Care Insurance Claims Begin
A just-concluded study conducted by the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance reveals ages when long-term care insurance claims begin. The AALTCI study reported data from the nation's largest long-term care insurance companies. - March 02, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance
Top International Health Coach from Fit4Health Shares Easy Lifestyle Changes to Reach Optimal Health
Healthy habits make a huge difference in everything from overall life expectancy to daily energy levels and the ability to carry out goals. During this experience, participants will learn that living a healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to mean hours of training at the gym or eating nothing but salad - it’s about getting creative with the way you live your life so that it’s both enjoyable and nourishing for the mind and body. - March 02, 2019 - Fit4Health
Insurance Group of St. Charles County Purchases BLP Insurance Services
St. Louis agency to remain headquartered in St. Charles. - March 01, 2019 - Valley Insurance Agency Alliance
MARC Applauds Bipartisan Bill to Improve Medicare Secondary Payer Policy
Commonsense legislation aims to reform a broken MSP process, increase stakeholder certainty and remove barriers to care. - February 28, 2019 - Medicare Advocacy Recovery Coalition
AmVenture Insurance Agency Launches as an Independent Agency
AmVenture Specializes in Insurance Solutions for Franchises, Small to Large Businesses and Unions - February 28, 2019 - Suracy Insurance Agency, Inc.
Daniel Shea Joins Counsellors Title Agency
Daniel Shea, licensed title producer, joins Counsellors Title Agency in its expansion into Monmouth, Morris Ocean and Union counties. - February 27, 2019 - Counsellors Title Agency, Inc.
Don't Overlook Long-Term Care Insurance Tax Deduction Advisory from AALTCI Recommends
An advisory issued from the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance recommends seven million American policyholders check to see if they can deduct insurance premiums from 2018 taxes. - February 27, 2019 - American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance