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Big I, Namic, Apcia Unveil “Customer Focused” Federal Pandemic Protection Plan
The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC), the American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA), and the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America, Inc. (Big “I”) unveiled a new customer-focused proposal for a federal program tailored specifically to help businesses meet the financial challenges from future pandemics. The industry-backed Business Continuity Protection Program (BCPP) would provide revenue replacement assistance for payroll, employee benefits, and operating expenses following a presidential viral emergency declaration.
Zurich N. America brings Apprenticeship Program to NYC
Zurich North America is expanding its professional apprenticeship program from its Chicagoland headquarters to its downtown New York City office, with the Borough of Manhattan Community College as the education provider. Zurich’s earn-while-you-learn apprenticeship program, launched at its Schaumburg headquarters in 2016, is designed to attract diverse talent to the insurance industry while providing a […]
A Victory For American Transit Insurance Company As It Defeats Motion to Dismiss Filed by Health Care Providers on $28 Million Lawsuit
American Transit defeated a motion to dismiss filed by various health care providers in a lawsuit seeking a declaration that American Transit has no obligation to pay claims and to recover the payments that it has made relating to fraudulent and abusive claims made under New York automobile no-fault coverage. The lawsuit was filed in […]
PartnerRe Appoints Head of U.S. Casualty
PartnerRe has just announced the appointment of Gareth Stanley as Head of U.S. Casualty. Mr. Stanley assumes responsibility to lead Partner Re’s strategic effort to r grow and develop its U.S. Casualty business by providing clients with relevant and impactful casualty reinsurance solutions, the announcement states. He will be based in PartnerRe’s Stamford office and […]