Insurance Journal
JULY 24, 2025
The California Department of Insurance completed a review of the state’s first wildfire catastrophe model, marking a dramatic change in the state’s property/casualty insurance ratemaking process.
Final Expense Brokerage
JULY 22, 2025
April 10, 2025 2:50:22 PM Contact Us Share: How to Build Lifetime Clients After Closing the Sale Selling a life insurance policy isn’t the end - it’s the beginning of a long-term client relationship. Top-performing insurance agents know that what happens after the sale often determines retention, referrals, and repeat business. Here’s a step-by-step post-sale follow-up plan designed to help insurance agents boost client satisfaction, increase referrals, and create a systemized workflow you can a
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Property Insurance Coverage Law
JULY 27, 2025
In the latest episode of Claim Game, I sat down with Steven Bush to dissect the state of insurance claims handling, particularly following major catastrophes like hurricanes or wildfires. This conversation offers a revealing look at how the claims process is evolving and, in many cases, not for the better when it comes to policyholders’ … The post A Deep Dive into Insurance Claims: Insights from Chip Merlin’s Interview with Steven Bush appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog
AMAXX
JULY 22, 2025
If you’ve ever felt like medical bills are written in a foreign language, you’re not alone. In workers’ comp, hospital and provider bills come loaded with acronyms, codes, and charges that can seem impenetrable. But buried in those pages are opportunities— opportunities to catch costly errors, curb overcharges, and prevent claim bloat. This is where medical bill review (MBR) becomes an essential part of any effective workers’ compensation cost containment strategy.
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Word & Brown
JULY 29, 2025
Working as an independent insurance broker offers great benefits. Being able to choose your own career path. Determining your own hours. Working from virtually anywhere. Having the potential for higher income because of your direct sales efforts. Your freedom and flexibility are virtually unparalleled. However, the role is not without challenges – especially for new brokers.
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Insurance Journal
JULY 16, 2025
The Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) reported that its actuaries denied $210.1 million in requested property/casualty (P/C) insurance premium increases in the first six months of 2025, which is more than was saved in all of 2024.
Final Expense Brokerage
JULY 22, 2025
July 22, 2025 12:23:31 PM Contact Us Share: How Successful Agents Are Finding, Connecting, and Closing More Life Insurance Leads This Year The life insurance industry has changed - and so has the way agents prospect in 2025. Cold calls, outdated scripts, and generic sales pitches are being replaced with modern, digital-first strategies that prioritize personalization, automation, and trust.
Property Insurance Coverage Law
JULY 28, 2025
In a decision with far-reaching implications for the appraisal process in property insurance disputes, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed last week that appraisers may determine the cause of loss when establishing the amount of loss. The case, Mesco Manufacturing, LLC v. Motorists Mutual Insurance Company, 1 involved a commercial hail damage claim in Indiana, … The post Appraisers Can Decide Causation: A Victory for the Integrity of the Appraisal Process in Indiana appeared firs
TGS
JULY 25, 2025
TGS Insurance » Blog When it comes to insurance claims or selling a car, home, or other big-ticket item, you’ve probably heard terms like actual cash value , replacement value , and market value tossed around like confetti. If you’re scratching your head trying to make sense of them, don’t worry—you’re in good company. These terms can feel like they’re written in some cryptic insurance code, right?
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Top Insurance Blogs
JULY 30, 2025
In its newly released Q2 2025 Global Insurance Market Insights, Aon reports a rare market phase where pricing is softening and capacity is expanding, even as systemic global risks continue to escalate. This “unusual moment” in the insurance landscape has created temporary relief for insurance buyers. Yet, the underlying risks, including geopolitical tensions, cyber threats, […] The post Aon Q2 2025 Market Insights: Softening Insurance Prices Amid Mounting Global Risks appeared first on My
Distinguished
JULY 7, 2025
Order up! Brokers, your next course will be featuring our Business Owner’s Policy (BOP), prepared by our Restaurant experts. If you missed our recent webinar, “Business Owner’s Policy (BOP) for Restaurants: Protection from Prep to Plate,” don’t worry. You have the opportunity to gain key insights into our BOP offering and how Distinguished can help you better support restaurant owners.
Insurance Journal
JULY 20, 2025
The U.S. cyber insurance market witnessed a surge in reported claims, reaching a record 33,561 incidents, according to the 2024 NAIC Cyber Insurance Report. This escalation underscores the growing complexity and frequency of cyber threats for businesses across all sectors.
Final Expense Brokerage
JULY 29, 2025
July 24, 2025 3:49:11 PM Contact Us Share: In today’s highly competitive life insurance market, agents are constantly looking for ways to improve efficiency, lower acquisition costs, and increase retention. Yet one of the most powerful and cost-effective strategies continues to be overlooked: referrals from current policyholders. Whether you're selling term life, whole life, final expense, or supplemental health insurance, the clients you’ve already served represent your warmest market - and pot
Property Insurance Coverage Law
JULY 22, 2025
A recent Texas decision serves as a warning to policyholders and public adjusters about relying on the appraisal process to revive insurance claims long after an initial denial. In Pool v. State Farm Lloyds, 1 the court granted summary judgment in favor of State Farm, ruling that all of the policyholder’s claims were barred by the … The post Does Appraisal Stop the Statute of Limitations Clock?
Word & Brown
JULY 31, 2025
Your first year as a health insurance professional can be challenging, but also rewarding. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of fulfillment when you’re able to help a business and its employees get the valuable coverage they need. To help you maximize your opportunities and improve your likelihood of success, we present this checklist for your first year.
Top Insurance Blogs
JULY 28, 2025
In a serious cybersecurity incident, Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America has confirmed that personal data belonging to the majority of its 1.4 million U.S. customers has been compromised. The data breach on Allianz Life was traced to a third-party cloud-based customer relationship management (CRM) platform, which fell victim to a social engineering attack. […] The post Allianz Life Confirms Major Data Breach Impacting Millions of Americans appeared first on My Top Insurance Blo
Simply Insurance
JULY 25, 2025
Discover the cost of a $770,000 no exam term life insurance policy. This article breaks down factors affecting premiums, compares options, and provides insights to help you make an informed decision about your life insurance needs.
Insurance Journal
JULY 15, 2025
Leaders at one of the largest national insurance defense firms believe they have identified the causes of nuclear verdicts—and developed a comprehensive litigation strategy that negates them.
Zywave
JULY 22, 2025
In a market defined by rising risks and shrinking margins, carriers need speed, scale, and strategic insight. This guide explores how API-based comparative rating platforms are enabling insurers to thrive in this complex environment. Expand distribution through embedded quoting and agency integration Deliver more quotes, faster—with greater risk selectivity Use real-time market data to inform pricing and portfolio strategy Stay visible and competitive at key points of sale Read the guide to see
Property Insurance Coverage Law
JULY 23, 2025
Note: This guest post is by Sarah Parker, an educator and founder of Parker Public Adjusting, TheClaim.Directory, and Kuva Media, and a CPAU Certified Appraiser/Umpire. Everyone in the property insurance industry will experience something similar to this at some point: you’ve just passed your licensing exam, and received notice that your new license application was … The post From Lost Newcomer to Industry Connector—How One Public Adjuster Built a Directory to Bridge the Knowledge Ga
American Agents Alliance
JULY 20, 2025
Insurance automation, AI-enabled tools, and new technology are changing the ways that agents interact with policyholders. And as automation becomes integrated into more stages of the insurance lifecycle, it is reshaping how agents and carriers communicate with each other and with policyholders. The customer experience looks different now, thanks to digital platforms and new customer-facing technology.
Top Insurance Blogs
JULY 10, 2025
The insurance industry in Europe is evolving rapidly and there are a lot of trends to watch out for. Looking ahead to 2026, these transformations are accelerating under technological disruption, regulatory change, climate risk, and consumer expectations. In this blog post, I’ll unpack Insurance industry trends in Europe, exploring their impact in Germany and across […] The post Top 12 Insurance Industry Trends to Watch Out For in Europe [2026] appeared first on My Top Insurance Blogs.
Simply Insurance
JULY 25, 2025
Discover the cost of a $650,000 no exam term life insurance policy. This article breaks down factors affecting premiums, compares options, and provides insights to help you make an informed decision about securing your family's financial future without the hassle of medical exams.
Insurance Journal
JULY 22, 2025
Chubb followed up a challenging first quarter due to the California wildfires with second quarter net income of nearly $3 billion, up about 33% compared to the same quarter a year ago.
LexisNexis
JULY 29, 2025
Learn about the implications of form policies in regulatory disputes and coverage litigation. Read now » Related Content Standard Insurance Policy Forms: Implications in Regulatory Disputes and Coverage Litigation Checklist Review how policyholder and insurance company attorneys can best utilize standard insurance policy forms, including the fundamental role such forms play in regulatory and coverage disputes.
AMAXX
JULY 1, 2025
If there’s one universal truth in workers’ compensation, it’s this: The best claim is the one that never happens. Yet for many employers, the reality is different. Injuries occur, costs mount, and safety meetings become reactive discussions about what went wrong rather than proactive strategies to keep workers safe. But there’s a powerful way to change this pattern — and it’s sitting right under most employers’ noses: data.
American Agents Alliance
JULY 13, 2025
The busy July renewal season has recently ended, and for many P&C agents, this time of year can be like running a marathon. But it is often the time after renewal that matters more to the long-term policyholder relationship and retention of the account. Read on for our top five renewal service tips to help drive retention and growth. Renewal Service Tips to Improve Retention and Growth Post-renewal service is an area where agents can differentiate themselves and deepen relationships with p
Top Insurance Blogs
JULY 19, 2025
Several major players in the insurance industry have recently announced key leadership appointments aimed at strengthening their capabilities in underwriting, employee benefits, and strategic advisory services. From executive hires to board expansions, these moves reflect a broader industry focus on talent acquisition and innovation. Alliant Insurance Expands Senior Leadership in the Pacific Northwest and Beyond […] The post Wave of Senior Leadership Appointments Across Top Insurance Firms
Simply Insurance
JULY 25, 2025
Discover the cost of a $450,000 no exam term life insurance policy. This article breaks down factors affecting premiums, compares options, and helps you understand how to secure the best coverage for your needs without the hassle of medical exams.
Insurance Journal
JULY 11, 2025
Insurance broker Aon plc announced the launch of its Data Center Lifecycle Insurance Program (DCLP), a proprietary multi-line insurance facility designed to help clients manage risk across every stage of data center development and operations.
LexisNexis
JULY 1, 2025
Discover how nothing says “legacy risk” like a 1972 occurrence clause. Read now » Related Content Environmental Liability Coverage and Exclusions under Commercial General Liability (CGL) Policies Explore critical environmental liability coverage issues and related pollution exclusions under CGL insurance policies; analysis extends to primary, excess, and umbrella policies, which have the same or different insurers.
Boyle Agency Insurance
JULY 7, 2025
Designated Life Insurance Beneficiaries Life insurance is a cornerstone of financial security for your loved ones. It offers peace of mind, knowing they’ll be financially supported in your absence. However, the effectiveness of your life insurance policy hinges on one crucial detail – your designated beneficiary/beneficiaries. These are the individuals or entities who will receive the death benefit upon your passing.
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