Best Practices agencies continue exceptional organic growth and invest in young producer development. ALEXANDRIA, VA, As the independent agency channel continues to move past the historic economic disruptions of the coronavirus pandemic and into the challenges of a hard market, Best Practices agencies continue to display exceptional organic growth and profitability while heavily investing in […]
MSO, Inc. has launched a new phase in support of its mission to, “provide educational services to the property & casualty industry for the continued education of insureds, agents/brokers, and insurance carriers and their staffs.” The channel, provides information on timely, relevant insurance topics in an entertaining video format. Presently the channel contains: · Underwriters’ Corner – […]
While hot tubs, saunas, spas, and whirlpool or jacuzzi baths can be fun and relaxing, there are also hazards. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), hot tub accidents are the cause of over 300 deaths per year in the United States. More than one fifth of these involve children under the age of […]
The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud is thrilled to announce the recommendation for Michelle Rafeld to serve as our 3rd Executive Director. Michelle was the unanimous choice of the Search Committee which worked over the summer interviewing candidates. Her selection will require approval by the Executive Committee later this month and by the Coalition Board at […]
Ownet Allows Users to Monetize Their Social Network NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / September 14, 2023 / A new social network is making it possible for its social media users to own and monetize their digital footprint. Ownet.com enables its users to own 80% of the value of the network, making it the first […]
The new app enables NYSIF claimants to easily access their claim number and status, case manager contact information, benefit payment dates and amounts, and a schedule of upcoming events important to their claim. The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF), the state’s largest workers’ compensation insurance provider, has launched a new Claim Mobile App to […]
Insurance Fraudster Tries Multiple Bases for Appeal & Still Goes to Jail Brian Higgins diverted for personal use funds he received from his mortgage servicer to repair damage to his home caused by a broken fish tank. He also filed a lawsuit against two witnesses for the prosecution, accusing them of misdirecting the funds instead […]
False Lightning Strike Claim Results in Fraud Conviction Sara Weisbeck appealed her convictions for insurance fraud: false material information and identity theft over $1500 and under $10,000, both class “D” felonies. In State Of Iowa v. Sara Jo Weisbeck, No. 22-1068, Court of Appeals of Iowa (October 11, 2023) considered her pleas for mercy. FACTS In […]
Criminal Defendant Unable to Change Plea of Guilty Defendant Carlo Amato appealed from a March 24, 2022 order denying his motion to withdraw his guilty plea. In State Of New Jersey v. Carlo Amato, No. A-2788-21, Superior Court of New Jersey, Appellate Division (October 10, 2023) dealt with the intent to withdraw Amato’s guilty plea. […]
Courts May Never Assume They Must Deal in Facts Grange Insurance Company (“Grange”) issued two insurance policies for insureds called Roosters – a Business Owners’ Policy (“BOP”), and a Commercial Umbrella Policy (“CUP”). All agree the BOP provides coverage. The BOP specifically covered liquor liability the CUP specifically excluded liquor Liability. In Grange Insurance Company […]
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