Connecticut enacts new consumer data privacy law. PIANJ recognizes its Director of the Year. And, PIA Northeast offers a continuing-education course on funding long-term care with life insurance. 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.
For any businessperson, networking is one of the most important things that must be done. This is even more so for entrepreneurs. Whichever field your business is in, the more contacts you have, the more opportunities you may have to collaborate with other brands,...
Now that we have talked about what the various types of advocacy and how you can give of your time or money to candidates or parties you support, we should review some general do’s and don’ts before you go out and advocate for issues you support or against those who...
Annual Conference offers an excess of opportunities to all who attended the multi-day event. PIANJ and NJYIP elect officers and board of directors for 2022-23. A study finds that the majority of homeowners don’t understand homeowners insurance—take this as an opportunity to educate your clients today. And, the New Hampshire Supreme Court held that workers’ compensation should be awarded to an employee for a midday trip home. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
The answer to the question posed in the headline is because many excess- and surplus-lines insurance companies’ actions are covered by the contract. Have you ever asked yourself why E&S insurance carriers can cancel a policy with only 30 days’ notice when in most...
In our last advocacy article, we talked about what to do when you call or send a letter to your elected representatives. While these methods of communication are vital to a well-rounded advocacy strategy, and they are certainly the best method when time is of the...
Report highlights cars that are considered safer for younger drivers. New York state Legislature takes action on bills as session winds down. And, you still can register for PIA Annual Conference hosted by PIANJ and PIANY at the door this weekend. Will we see you there? 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.
A trio of lesser known—but notable—insurance bills passed the New York state Legislature in the waning days of the 2022 legislation session, which could have an impact on your agency and clients. Supplemental spousal liability coverage S.9367/A.1029–Sponsored by Sen....
Brady Kelley is the executive director of the Wholesale & Specialty Insurance Association, a member service organization representing the entire wholesale, specialty and E&S industry. Dan Maher is the executive director of Excess Line Association of New York,...
For this installment of our advocacy series, we are going to talk about best practices when you write a letter or an email to your legislators. While snail mail and electronic mail are different mediums, they are essentially both a letter, so the rules for writing...