The New York State Department of Financial Services will see a change in leadership this October. Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris will step down after four years of service. Gov. Kathy Hochul has appointed Kaitlin Asrow as acting superintendent, effective Saturday,...
PIACT achieved a major legislative achievement this session, with the passage of H.B.6981, a long-standing priority for the association and a milestone for the state’s insurance community. H.B.6981 eliminates the outdated requirement that brokers must obtain formal...
With hurricane season underway, and Congress still negotiating a continuing resolution to fund the federal government, insurance agents should be prepared for the possibility of a lapse in the National Flood Insurance Program. Currently, the NFIP is set to expire Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. A short-term flood extension bill has been attached to the stalled CR, raising concerns about what could happen if lawmakers don’t act in time.
PIA Northeast goes to Washington for Advocacy Day 2025. Connecticut Insurance Commissioner and NAIC Past President Andrew N. Mais testified on behalf of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners. Lyft fined $19.4 million in driver misclassification case. NJCRIB files 4.3% reduction in rates; revised New York workers’ compensation loss costs take effect Oct. 1, 2025. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Cleaning up your house or building after it has been damaged by a storm is not as simple as it may seem, but there are safety precautions you can observe to ensure the job goes smoothly after the storm. Before you even begin the clean-up process, always remember to...
Is your client acquisition process passive—waiting for the phone to ring in hopes that new clients will find you? Do you have a proactive marketing strategy to consistently attract new clients and drive growth? When was the last time you reviewed your strategic...
The excess and surplus lines insurance market provides specialized coverage for risks that have been declined, nonrenewed or that possess unique underwriting characteristics. Also known as surplus lines or the nonadmitted market, this sector caters to risks that...
As autumn settles over Washington, D.C., the city stirs with crisp air and an unexpected display of cherry blossoms. Yet, it wasn’t the scenery that drew independent insurance agents from across the country to the capital on Sept. 17, 2025. Instead, these dedicated...
A new report finds that E&S growth in the United States is slowing, but it remains strong. It is important to keep track of insurance carriers’ rating and PIA Northeast can make it easier for its members to do so. The Connecticut Supreme Court clarifies broker duties on nonrenewals. PIA Northeast explains how this ruling affects insurance producers in Connecticut and beyond. PIANJ pushes back on proposed ABC test rule that could shake up independent agencies. 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.
Even though most of your employees should be in the baby boomer, Gen X and millennial generations, there could be members of the Silent Generation and Gen Z working together, too. This can be a good thing as cross-generational experience can be beneficial to problem...