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Erie Insurance Restores All Operations After Month Outage; Says No Data Breached

Insurance Journal

Erie Insurance reports that it has restored full business operations that have been affected by a month long network outage.

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Resume Lies, Fake References, and Hidden Risks: How to Spot Red Flags Before You Hire

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In today’s fast-paced hiring environment, employers are under tremendous pressure to fill roles quickly. Production deadlines loom, staff shortages squeeze operations, and the fear of losing business pushes companies to speed up their recruiting process. But there’s a hidden danger lurking beneath the rush to hire: dishonesty on resumes and in the hiring process.

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North Dakota Unifies Insurance and Securities Departments Under New Law

Insurance Journal

North Dakota Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread announced last week that the state’s Insurance and Securities are unifying into following the passage of Senate Bill 2214 during the 2025 legislative session.

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SEO for Insurance Agents: The Complete Guide to Getting Leads Online in 2025 

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Build a winning insurance SEO strategy with this complete guide.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Marsh Suit Against Alliant Alleges Poaching of Commercial Surety Team, Accounts

Insurance Journal

Insurance broker Marsh USA is suing rival Alliant Insurance Services, this time for allegedly poaching key commercial surety employees and clients.

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Viewpoint: State Farm’s Wildfire Claims Response Is a Test of Trust and Operational Preparedness

Insurance Journal

State Farm has long positioned itself as the dependable “good neighbor” ready to help when disaster strikes. Through carefully crafted advertising, the company promotes a sense of comfort, security, and connection.

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How Will Insurance Handle Honda’s eQuad for Last-Mile Delivery in Germany?

Top Insurance Blogs

In my years of practice in the insurance industry as a professional broker, I’ve seen the transportation industry evolve rapidly. But Honda’s introduction of the eQuad, a lightweight, four-wheeled electric vehicle designed specifically for last-mile delivery, marks a significant shift. With urban delivery challenges mounting and sustainability taking center stage, questions around how to insure […] The post How Will Insurance Handle Honda’s eQuad for Last-Mile Delivery in Germany?

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WalkerHughes Acquires Missouri’s Apogee

Insurance Journal

WalkerHughes Insurance, a privately held, founder-led retail insurance brokerage headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, is pleased to announce the addition of Apogee Insurance Solutions, LLC, a St. Peters, Missouri-based insurance agency, to its growing Missouri platform.

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Inszone Insurance Expands Colorado Footprint with Acquisition of Chacon Insurance Services

Top Insurance Blogs

Inszone Insurance Services has announced the acquisition of Chacon Insurance Service, a long-standing insurance agency based in Trinidad, Colorado. They didn’t disclose the financial terms of the deal. Founded in 1957 by Carlos Chacon, the agency has served both personal and commercial insurance needs in the Trinidad area for more than 65 years.

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Take the Hassle Out of Claims Management

Insurance professionals use Trellis to streamline claims management by analyzing legal trends, predicting outcomes, and strategizing effectively to serve clients better. Adjusters can evaluate claim validity, estimate settlement amounts, and identify potential litigation risks. Trellis' extensive State Trial Court Data can be leveraged to identify opposing/outside counsel and top mediators for insurance matters, evaluate the risk of new claims by viewing similar claim litigation history, and mor

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South Korea Penalizes ‘Negligent’ SK Telecom Over Major Data Leak

Insurance Journal

South Korean authorities ordered on Friday SK Telecom to strengthen data security and imposed a fine after the country’s biggest mobile carrier was hit by a cyberattack that caused the leak of 26.96 million pieces of user data.

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Estate Planning Life Insurance – Preserve Wealth & Protect Heirs

RiskQuoter

Looking to protect your legacy or cover future estate taxes? Learn how permanent life insurance fits into estate planning, what underwriting involves, and which policy types offer lasting value. The post Estate Planning Life Insurance – Preserve Wealth & Protect Heirs appeared first on RiskQuoter.com.

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People Moves: MEMIC Hires Ennis and Promotes Lagasse

Insurance Journal

The MEMIC Group, headquartered in Portland, Maine, promoted Karl Lagasse to vice president of business technology and hired Jason Ennis as director of architecture and innovation.

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Landlord Insurance: Costs and Coverages in the City

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Renters accounted for 34.4% of households in the U.S. in 2024. This means there are millions of landlords all over the U.S. who need proper landlord insurance to protect the value of their real estate investment. However, not all landlord insurance programs are created equally or are flexible enough to handle the wide variety of rental situations in today’s cities.

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Richard Li’s FWD Rises in HK Debut, Reversing Earlier Drop

Insurance Journal

Billionaire Richard Li’s FWD Group Holdings Ltd. rose in its Hong Kong trading debut, reversing earlier declines, after an initial public offering that raised HK$3.5 billion ($442 million). The insurer’s stock climbed 1.1% to HK$38.

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Does Moving from Berlin to Hamburg Affect My Car Insurance?

Top Insurance Blogs

As someone who has spent ten years helping drivers across Germany navigate complex insurance questions, I can confidently say that relocating from Berlin to Hamburg does influence your car insurance. While the road ahead may be familiar, your premiums aren’t purely based on driving skill; they depend heavily on where you park, your postcode, and […] The post Does Moving from Berlin to Hamburg Affect My Car Insurance?

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MarketScout: Q2 Composite Personal Lines Rates Up 4.6%; Commercial Up 2.8%

Insurance Journal

According to the MarketScout Market Barometer, the composite rate for U.S. personal lines increased in the second quarter to 4.6%. U.S. personal lines rose an average 4.9% during the firth quarter.

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Germany begins trials to reopen Mosel after lock damage

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Germany begins trials to reopen Mosel after lock damage appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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CRC Group Agrees to Acquire Lloyd’s Managing Agency Atrium Underwriting Group

Insurance Journal

CRC Group, the Charlotte, North Carolina-based wholesale specialty insurance distributor, has entered a definitive agreement to acquire Lloyd’s managing agency Atrium Underwriting Group Ltd. from investment funds managed by Stone Point Capital LLC and other investors.

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How to Get the Best Truck Insurance Quotes in Germany

Top Insurance Blogs

Driving a truck in Germany is more than a profession; it is a responsibility, a business, and often, a way of life. Whether you operate a single vehicle or manage a large logistics fleet, having the right truck insurance coverage is crucial to operate in Germany. In this blog post, I will explain how you […] The post How to Get the Best Truck Insurance Quotes in Germany appeared first on My Top Insurance Blogs.

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Business Moves: Insurtech Wefox Raises €151M to Build New MGA Focus, Core Markets

Insurance Journal

Insurtech wefox has secured funding of €151 million ($177.

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Chemical tanker catches fire off western India after explosion

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Chemical tanker catches fire off western India after explosion appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Kentucky Auto Insurers Must Use Blue Book or J.D. Power on Vehicle Values, DOI Says

Insurance Journal

Auto insurers in Kentucky now have some official guidance and liability protection when determining the value of wrecked vehicles.

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Some notable vessels in latest OFAC designations

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Some notable vessels in latest OFAC designations appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Maryland Unveils Details of Telematics Programs, Practices and Popularity

Insurance Journal

The number of Maryland auto insurance policies enrolled in a telematics program has been consistently growing, increasing by about 45% from 2021 to 2023.

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Blog Post: 7 Essential Soft Skills Every General Counsel Should Master

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In-house counsel are caught up in a transformational wave, fueled by rapid innovations in AI, that could reshape the way they deliver legal services to their internal clients and manage work in partnership with their outside counsel. In this disruptive time, soft skills may well become the crucial differentiators for corporate legal executives, perhaps even surpassing technical abilities in determining professional success.

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Czech Republic Hit by Major Power Outage Triggered by Fallen Cable

Insurance Journal

A power outage in large parts of the Czech Republic, including Prague, trapped people in public transport and lifts and idled factories on Friday after a fallen high-voltage cable disrupted the network.

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Volume of maritime podcasts dials up in annual survey

Splash: Finance and Insurance

There’s no stopping the tsunami of maritime podcasts hitting the airwaves. Chris Aversano, host of the entertaining podcast The Last Dinosaur, has produced his annual maritime podcast landscape (see below) with five names deleted for inactivity and a further 12 added, taking the total number of commercial shipping-focused podcasts to 61.

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Chantal Rain Brings Flash Flood Worries in Carolinas, Virginia

Insurance Journal

MIAMI (AP) — Tropical Storm Chantal was downgraded to a depression Sunday but raised concerns of possible flash flooding as it makes its way through central North Carolina toward south-central Virginia.

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Marine round-up : 8th July 2025

Insurance Marine News

You need to be logged in to view this content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us The post Marine round-up : 8th July 2025 appeared first on Insurance Marine News.

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Wildfire Smoke Brings a Forgotten Danger to the Arctic: Black Carbon

Insurance Journal

In 2023, the Canada wildfires that incinerated more than 17 million hectares (42 million acres) of boreal forest were so hot they melted the paint on approaching fire trucks and smoldered underground all winter.

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Why Real Estate Investors Benefit from Working with a Specialized MGA

Unitas Financial Services

As a real estate investor, protecting your property portfolio is essential—but managing insurance across multiple locations can quickly become time-consuming and inefficient. Whether you own a few rental properties or dozens across different markets, the way you insure them directly affects your bottom line and operational ease.

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Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation Launches IICF Canada

Insurance Journal

Sarah Gladki announced as Executive Director of IICF’s 2nd International Division Toronto, Ontario, July 7, 2025 –The Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF), a unique nonprofit organization dedicated to helping communities and enriching lives, announced the appointment of Sarah Gladki as …