The winter season may bring warm fires, hot chocolate and cozy socks to mind—but residents in the Northeast aren’t strangers to the bitter cold, snowy conditions that accompany the winter months. For 2022, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted...
As winter tightens its grip on the Northeast, recent storms have blanketed the region in snow and ice, creating hazardous driving conditions. With plummeting temperatures and slippery roads, it’s crucial for drivers to prioritize safe driving practices. In the United...
The opening line of William Shakespeare’s Richard III is an oft-quoted line—often used to express sadness. You know, how you feel when another agency agreement comes across your desk. I know that agency agreements are no one’s favorite thing. You would much rather...
After determining that everyone is safe and getting the claims process started, there are some claims submissions that can give an agent a belly laugh once he or she gets off the phone. Here are some comical examples of winter-season claims: No. 1: A very hungry pup....
Triple-I: “Above-average” 2023 Atlantic hurricane season matched forecasts from Colorado State. AM Best’s outlook on U.S. personal-lines segment remains “negative” from 2022. Remind your clients to watch out for disaster-related frauds and scams this winter. PIA Northeast congratulates Connecticut and Vermont insurance commissioners who were elected by NAIC. New York Gov. Kathy Hochul requests a major disaster declaration for September flooding. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
News PIA Northeast is thankful for you This time of year—just like all year—PIA thinks about you. Together, we make the insurance industry better. Thank you for your continued support. We wish you and your loved ones a happy and safe holiday season. Happy...
Last summer saw historic levels of rainfall and catastrophic floods: Are you talking with your clients about flood insurance? NAIC requests long-term NFIP reauthorization, program set to expire at the end of the month. PIANY’s latest advocacy campaign encourages members to talk to their clients about the windstorm trigger definition legislation. A Vermont audit finds that the state failed to complete many of its goals in its five-year hazard mitigation plan. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Learn about agency commission cuts as we move through a hard market: why can carriers make cuts and what are your rights as an agent? A New Jersey court rules against a casino in a business interruption claim over COVID-19. A bill that would direct the New York Department of Financial Services to study the need for a private flood-insurance market passes the state Senate. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Congress averts a partial shutdown, and it extends NFIP funding until March 8, 2024. New Jersey passed a trio of insurance-related bills (fire suppression systems, commercial minimum limits, workers’ compensation for volunteers) into law. New York’s state of the state address includes several objectives that would affect the insurance industry—amendments to the Vehicle and Traffic Law, remedies to affordable housing discrimination and changes to supplemental spousal liability for auto insurance policyholders. Vermont to launch its state family leave program this February. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Northeast experiences another winter storm, bringing freezing cold, icy conditions and more snow. What is a nuclear verdict, and how do you protect you and your clients from them as an agent? Connecticut receives an emergency declaration for New London County due to flooding on Jan. 10 and winter storms. There’s two more weeks until PIANY’s MetroRAP, so grab your tickets now. Vermont’s governor marks Jan. 28 as digital privacy day. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.