IA Magazine

4 Personal Lines Risks Agents Can Help Clients Avoid This Fall

From travel insurance to home or auto liability, autumn presents numerous opportunities to communicate with clients outside of renewing a policy or filing a claim.

Posted: Sep 13, 2022

The Effects of Inflation, Underinsurance and Business Interruption

Here are coverage strategies that can help protect your clients through this period of inflation.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Hurricane Ida: What We’ve Learned One Year Later

Hurricane Ida demonstrated the new reality we're facing: Storms are gaining strength and persistence, and they're happening in unexpected places.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

From The Front Lines: EPLI

"Not all EPLI policies are created equal," says independent agent Christopher Paradiso. "It is so very important that we can educate our clients to make sure we are helping them make the best decision with the right carrier."

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

From The Front Lines: EPLI

"Not all EPLI policies are created equal," says independent agent Christopher Paradiso. "It is so very important that we can educate our clients to make sure we are helping them make the best decision with the right carrier."

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

How the Changing EPLI Market Brings New and Old Issues to the Forefront

Employers continue to deal with EPLI concerns relating to the impact of COVID-19 as well as increased legislative activity at both the state and federal level.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

How the Changing EPLI Market Brings New and Old Issues to the Forefront

Employers continue to deal with EPLI concerns relating to the impact of COVID-19 as well as increased legislative activity at both the state and federal level.

Posted: Sep 11, 2022

Why Are MGAs Firing on All Cylinders?

Growth drivers in the MGA space included the strong rebound in the U.S. economy following the coronavirus pandemic and a continued broad-based rise in premium rates.

Posted: Sep 07, 2022

Wildfires Seasons Are Getting Longer, More Destructive

Wildfire activity has become more extreme and destructive, with more record-breaking fire events in terms of the number of structures lost and acres burned in a single event.

Posted: Sep 07, 2022

Senate Banking Committee Holds Hearing on Insurance

The hearing was intended to cover a wide range of issues, including private equity's growing ownership of property-casualty and life insurers, climate risk, credit rating agencies, diversity and inclusion, and pandemic risk insurance.

Posted: Sep 07, 2022

Wildfire Seasons Are Getting Longer, More Destructive

Wildfire activity has become more extreme and destructive, with more record-breaking fire events in terms of the number of structures lost and acres burned in a single event.

Posted: Sep 07, 2022

What to Expect from the Labor Market: Recruiting, Wages and Legislation

Many economists are concerned that interest rate increases will slow economic growth and cause a recession. Here are four ways such changes could impact your HR department.

Posted: Sep 06, 2022

Lia-bee-lity: Is Crash Damage Caused by Insect Stinging Driver Excluded from PAP?

After an insured was stung or bit by an insect, blacked out and crashed into a tree, the carrier says there is no coverage as the insured is not legally liable for the loss.

Posted: Sep 01, 2022

Staying on Course: Meet Your New Big 'I' Chairman

Incoming big “I” chairman John Costello on independent agency growth, the war for talent and association relationships.

Posted: Sep 01, 2022

Help Health Plan Sponsors Position New Health Care Cost-Saving Tools

Incoming big “I” chairman John Costello on independent agency growth, the war for talent and association relationships.

Posted: Sep 01, 2022

Big ‘I’ Submits Comments on FEMA’s Direct to Customer Initiative

The comments express concern for the proposal and detail the vital role that agents play in the sale and servicing of National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies.

Posted: Aug 31, 2022

Big ‘I’ to Co-Host ACORD Connect Virtual Conference Oct. 27

The virtual conference will provide attendees with valuable training on ACORD standards and architecture, professional development opportunities, and insights on industry trends and issues.

Posted: Aug 31, 2022

Attend World’s Largest InsurTech Event Sept. 20-22

The event offers unparalleled access to the most comprehensive and global gathering of tech entrepreneurs, investors and insurance industry incumbents.

Posted: Aug 31, 2022