Weekly Dispatch: Sept. 4, 2025
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration develops a new tool to track wildfire threats year-round. Kids are going back to school: have your clients considered cyber bullying coverage? New Jersey expands workers’ compensation benefits for first responder mental health. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, compliance issues, technical resources, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
N.J.: Workers’ compensation benefits expanded for first responders’ mental health needs
In a move to support the mental well-being of New Jersey’s first responders, Gov. Phil Murphy signed A.5792 into law on Aug. 21, 2025. The legislation, which passed both chambers of the New Jersey Legislature without opposition, establishes confidential mental health...
Multigenerational management skills: One-size-does-not-fit-all
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...
Full-coverage communication: 8 smart moves for insurance agents
Running an independent insurance agency takes more than industry knowledge—it takes constant communication, timely responses and strong client relationships. Whether you’re meeting with a prospective client, handling a claims call, or juggling multiple renewals, clear...
Weekly Dispatch: Aug. 28, 2025
Hurricane Erin passes by Northeast, creating dangerous waters and flooding towns. System access mostly restored at NJCRIB following cyberattack earlier this month. New York state announces assistance for residents affected by June flooding. Plus, you can read about state-specific industry news, technical resources, accolades, education opportunities, upcoming events and information you may have missed in this issue of the Weekly Dispatch.
Labor Day: Car deals and car insurance—what buyers should know
For many, Labor Day in the United States is about recognizing the contributions of the American labor movement to society and the workers who keep it running. For many businesses, it’s also a day about slashing prices. You probably have seen plenty of advertisements...
Weekly Dispatch: Aug. 21, 2025
Hurricane Erin lumbers up the East Coast; North Carolina declares state of emergency. E-bike accidents trigger New Jersey lawmakers to act—PIANJ steps in. The New York state Senate has issued a sweeping request for information on the state’s residential property insurance market, and PIANY needs your input. 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.
PIANJ: New Jersey must pair e-bike safety with comprehensive insurance protections
It was a tragic story that made headlines across the state of New Jersey: a 14-year-old boy in Somers Point lost his life in an accident while riding an electric bicycle. Just a week later, another devastating accident claimed the life of a 21-year-old man riding his...
Bringing the car to college
It’s that time of the year when the kids head back to college. This year your child wants to take their vehicle back with them. “What could go wrong?” they ask, as you casually turn on “Animal House” and show them the scene where D-Day turns Flounder’s car from a...
N.Y. Senate targets residential property insurance: Your voice is needed
The New York state Senate has issued a sweeping request for information on the state’s residential property insurance market—signaling the start of what could become a fast-moving legislative push to address skyrocketing premiums, shrinking availability and increasing...
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