Raise your hand if you enjoy reading contracts. Why am I getting the sense that I am the only one with his hand up? OK, I get it. Contracts are boring. They are long and filled with terms that barely resemble English. While I can’t get you out of reading the terms of...
Recent AM Best report finds that dedicated reinsurance capital growth of 2021 may not continue; NAIC passes Pet Insurance Model Act. And, does a car’s color indicate its likelihood of being in an accident? Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, accolades, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Recently, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its climate predictions for April, May and June. After a winter that was mild for some—and not so mild for others—this spring could be a much-needed break. However, some of these predictions come...
Connecticut Convention is next week, register now. New cyberthreats are discovered—insurance agents must protect their agencies. And, the National Flood Insurance Program was extended to Friday, Sept. 30, 2022. 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.
Register for PIANY’s Long Island RAP. The National Flood Insurance Program was extended again. And, agents can earn or update their CPIA designations this March. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, advocacy updates, technical resources, education opportunities, information you may have missed and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
PIACT members should take advantage of networking opportunities at Connecticut Convention. New York employers must comply with the NY HERO Act. And, PIA members can utilize PIA National member-benefits to expand their access to admitted and nonadmitted markets. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, education opportunities, technical resources, information you may have missed and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
New York cyber compliance certifications are due Friday, April 15, 2022. PIANY works to ensure members have continuing-education opportunities before April. And, cannabis safe harbor legislation passed the U.S. House of Representatives. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, advocacy updates, education opportunities and upcoming events in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Gov. Kathy Hochul is expected to let New York’s indoor mask requirement expire on Thursday. Hochul announced in December that masks would be required to be worn in all indoor public places across New York state—unless businesses/venues implement a...
Valentine’s Day—and the winter season in general—is a popular time of year when insureds invest in big purchases. Whether they’re investing in their future, or simply a new, expensive commodity, they could need insurance coverage—and that’s where you come in. Common...
PIANY is asking association members for help advocating for priority legislation to make auto-photo inspections optional. The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance proposed changes to New Jersey’s continuing-education requirements. And, the Northeast is recovering from last weekend’s blizzard—and preparing for the next one. 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.
