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FMI: A strategic vision balancing independent agents and operational expansion

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Dec 18, 2024 | Association

In a recent meeting with PIANJ leadership, Brian Lytwynec, president and chief executive officer; and Jon Zabek, executive vice president membership growth and chief data scientist from Franklin Mutual Insurance Group provided valuable insights into the carrier’s plans for the future. Featured in the photo from left to right: Brian Lytwynec, president and chief executive officer of Franklin Mutual Insurance Group; and Jon Zabek, executive vice president membership growth and chief data scientist of Franklin Mutual Insurance Group.

Protect your home while you’re away

by Matt McDonough | Dec 16, 2024 | Consumer-focused

If you have clients who are making getaway plans this holiday season, it’s important that they adopt these safety measures to protect their house while they are away on vacation. Share this list of actions they should take before they leave: Phone a friend. Ask some...

N.Y.: Hochul signs two PIA-priority bills into law

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Dec 16, 2024 | Advocacy, Featured

Only a few weeks after signing PIANY’s top legislative priority into law, Gov. Kathy Hochul has taken action on two other PIANY priority issues. The governor signed one bill to introduce parametric insurance into the state’s legal framework, and another bill to expand...

The insurance gaps of e-bikes and e-scooters

by Theophilus Alexander | Dec 11, 2024 | General News

In recent years, e-bikes and e-scooters—or micromobility vehicles—have taken off across the United States, offering a greener, cheaper and more convenient way to get around, especially in crowded cities and sprawling rural areas. Whether it’s commuters, leisure riders...

Unable to leave: why people stay behind in disasters

by Matt McDonough | Nov 25, 2024 | General News

Before a natural disaster hits your community, it’s generally agreed that the best possible thing you can do is evacuate. However, as in the case of the recent Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we hear stories about people staying behind to weather the storm. Usually, the...

Anatomy of a claim: NFIP vs. private flood claim

by Theophilus Alexander | Nov 22, 2024 | Consumer-focused, Featured

As an insurance agent or broker, helping clients choose the right flood insurance is crucial—especially when they face the aftermath of a flood. Understanding the distinctions between the National Flood Insurance Program and private flood insurance is essential for...

Governor signs PIANY’s windstorm bill into law

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Nov 22, 2024 | Advocacy, Featured

Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed A.2866/S.4199 into law, authorizing the New York State Department of Financial Services to create a single, standardized definition of “windstorm” in homeowners insurance policies. This long-awaited legislation marks a significant...

Enhancing safety and insurance for horse-drawn buggies on New York roads

by Theophilus Alexander | Nov 20, 2024 | Advocacy, Featured

Horse-drawn buggies are a familiar sight on New York's rural roads: they’re a direct link to the state's Amish and Mennonite heritage. However, a recent spate of incidents has highlighted growing concerns about road safety and the adequacy of insurance coverage for...

PIANJ’s E&O panel on navigating the hard market, what you may have missed

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Nov 6, 2024 | Advocacy, Featured

On Oct. 29, 2024, PIANJ hosted a dynamic panel discussion, The Perfect E&O Storm: Tips for the Hard Market, which brought together seasoned experts to share insights on managing errors-and-omissions risk in today’s challenging market. Part of PIANJ’s Deep Dive...

Infrastructure series: Aviation initiatives are taking flight

by Danielle Caswell, Esq. | Nov 5, 2024 | General News

The holidays are fast approaching, and with millions of Americans expected to travel in the upcoming months, we are once again reminded that many of our nation’s airports are quite insufficient and lag behind competitors. Airports serve as critical hubs for trade and...

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