Insurance News


Challenges Plague Farmers Insurance, Leading to Significant Layoffs in 2023
Discover the reasons behind layoffs at Farmers Insurance following GEICO and Allstate and understand the industry-wide impacts reshaping the insurance landscape.


New Insurance Agency Opens Its Office in North Naples
The Michael Champer Insurance Agency has opened an office in North Naples offering policies to different insurance companies. Read More


Renegade Insurance Expands to Charleston, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
Renegade Insurance, a modern property and casualty insurance agency, has announced the opening of its newest branch in Charleston. Read More


Inszone Insurance Services Expands Presence through Acquisition of Jackson Insurance Solutions
Inszone Insurance Services has strategically expanded its network by acquiring Jackson Insurance Solutions, a well-established firm based in New Mexico. Read More


Distinguished Programs Expands with New Inland Marine Team
Distinguished Programs, a leading national insurance program manager, is set to expand its offerings with the launch of an Inland Marine program. Read More


GEICO Announces Massive Office Closures Resulting in Hundreds of Job Losses
In a recent insurTech and insurance company partnership, Neptune Flood Insurance announced a partnership with SIAA. Learn more.


Damages From Hurricane Ian Amounted to A Staggering $31-$53B
CoreLogic, a property data and analytics provider, added new and revised storm updates and flood loss estimations for Hurricane Ian, resulting in a final figure of between $41 billion and $70 billion in insured and uninsured flood and wind losses.


Hurricane Ian Wreaks Havoc in Florida, Threatens Homeowners Insurance Market
At least 15 deaths were confirmed in Florida, while three other people were reportedly killed in Cuba after the hurricane struck the island. As the hurricane intensifies into Category 1 hurricane, it is forecast to make a second landfall in South Carolina on Friday.


People on High Alert as Hurricane Ian Rapidly Approaches Florida
On Tuesday, as Hurricane Ian made its way toward the west coast of Florida after knocking out electricity across all of Cuba, more than 2.5 million Floridians were under some type of evacuation notice.


Cowbell Bring New Innovative Products as Part of Full-Stack Move
Cowbell announced the launch of Cowbell Specialty Insurance Company, its subsidiary, and Adaptive Cyber Insurance—a dynamic approach to insuring the rapidly evolving cyber risks that businesses face.


Networking Conference to unite Reinsurers, carriers, and brokers
To connect the industry’s property casualty professionals, the association is hosting a three-day learning and networking event in Dallas from October 2 to 4. The APCIA Annual Meeting seeks to unite carriers, reinsurers and insurers.


OBRIEN joins the Pool of Socotra’s New Online Marketplace Apps
OBRIEN Insurance Solutions joins Socotra, which provides insurers with modern software apps. The insurance company seeks to deliver speed-to-market and agility to the insurance industry.


Platform That Can Predict Your Dog’s Medical Future Developed
The database will help dog owners determine what illnesses their pet is susceptible to and hence take precautions.


Floods, Mudslides, and Wildfire Simultaneously Trouble California County
A tropical storm in Southern California threatened to bring high winds, lightning, flooding, and mudslides to the region.


Howden Delivers First-of-its Kind Carbon Credit Insurance Product
International insurance broker Howden has released of a product that provides insurance against the invalidation of carbon market.


Insured Flood Losses More Than Doubled in The Last 10 Years
Increase in flood losses in the past decade has created the need for better analysis for flood insurance. See how this affects buyers in the upcoming days.


The Most & Least Affordable Auto Insurance In the US
The latest study by the IRC indicates that Louisiana is three times more expensive in comparison to Hawaii when it comes to purchasing auto insurance.


Insurers on Winning Streak with Covid-related Business-Interruption Cases
Insurers will likely continue denying claims for pandemic-related business interruptions, and business are responsible for their losses.


Family First Life Announces Partnership with Ethos
Family First Life has teamed up with Ethos, life insurance insurtech company that helps insurance agents protect their clients.


Proposed Change in New York Workers’ Comp law Leaves Business Leaders and Attorneys Divided
New York is set to change the workers’ compensation insurance law, which would make it easier for employees to seek more injury benefits.


Auto premiums may increase by 12% in 2023
A new analysis from Insurify forecast that, in 2023, insureds may spend an additional $1,846 on average for auto coverage, or 12% more. Read full news here.


Insurance Sees Highest Growth Rate for M&A in Ten Years
According to recent research mergers and acquisitions in the global insurance sector experienced their fastest growth rate in ten years in the regular first half of 2022.


Insurers Tiptoe into Crypto Insurance Market to Meet Increasing Demand
Get the news about how growth of the cryptocurrency market has led many insurance carriers to expand their business.


NAIC Passes Regulatory Standards for Pet Insurance
The pet insurance model act mandates guidelines for insurance agents who sell pet insurance as well as for policyholders. Read more.


Phishing Scams Leading to Losses for Policyholders
Phishing scams are on the rise, and they’re becoming more sophisticated in 2023. Read this article to get the highlight on cyber-attacks.


Automotive Hacking on the Rise: A Concern for Insurance Shoppers
With modern cars becoming more technology dependent, auto motive hacking is starting to increase and cause concerns to both insureds and insurers.


Report Shows Independent Agents Dominate the Commercial Lines Market
Did you know that almost 88% of all commercial lines written premiums are placed by the independent agency channel. Learn more.


U.S. Witnesses the Highest Increment in Commercial Insurance Rates in a Recovering World Economy
Commercial insurance rates in the United States have been on the rise since the second quarter of 2020. Read for more details.


In response to the “collapse” of the market, another house insurer will quit insuring properties in Florida
Florida’s home insurance market has always been challenging, but current issues are pushing it to the breaking point. Find out more!


Scam Auto Renewals: FCC Takes Action
U.S. consumers are plagued by scam auto-renewals despite efforts from the FCC. Such calls are recurring complaints from the general public.


Cyber Insurance Prices Increase for Energy Companies
The global cyber insurance market for energy is expected to grow from $102 million in 2021 to $442 million by 2030. Here are the details.


Insurance Meltdown Leaves Louisiana And Florida At High Risk In 2022
The insurance meltdown in Louisiana and Florida threatens to leave thousands of homeowners uninsured in 2022. Here are the details.


Flood InsurTech Neptune Partnered Up With SIAA
In a recent insurTech and insurance company partnership, Neptune Flood Insurance announced a partnership with SIAA. Learn more.


Why Fiduciaries Must Be Wary of Crypto in 401k Plans
With the inclusion of crypto in 401k plans, many people are looking at this as a golden investment opportunity which can be concerning for fiduciaries.


Why do Brokers Have A “Moral Responsibility” To Address Climate Change?
Agents and brokers of insurance must uphold their moral obligations to the insured in addition to the issues posed by climate change in 2023.


Rise in Commercial Property Insurance Rates Continue at Midyear Renewals
The commercial property insurance market witnesses another rate increment at midyear. Read Rise in Commercial Property Insurance news.


VR In Insurance Business – Allstate Files For Another Patent
Allstate Insurance is aware that the technology has potential for use in the insurance industry and has filed a patent for it. Read more.


Repair Costs & Labor Issues Affecting Insurers in 2023
With the ongoing fluctuation of insurance rates in the industry, auto insurance claims are getting expensive given the rise in car repair costs. Read more.


Increasing Nursing Malpractice Coverage Adding Protection To Nurses In 2023
Nursing malpractice coverage can be a life-saving resource for nurses. Know about malpractice insurance via AH news article.


US Cyber Liability Market Continues to Grow
In 2021, the US Cyber Liability market saw an increment of 75% in direct premiums. In the first half of 2022, rates are rising by at least 60%


Local Insurance Agency Faces Online Backlash Due to Insensitive Juneteenth Sign
An insurance agency in Maine has drawn criticism for posting a controversial sign on Juneteenth this year.


US Commercial Insurance Industry Continues to Witness Price Hike in 2023
Nearly all commercial insurance prices increased dramatically in May 2022. In Q1 2022, it raised for the 18th straight quarter.


Market Fears & Rising Insurance Rates Drive Up Annuity Sales
With the ongoing market fluctuation in insurance rates, annuity sales has increased due to rising concerns of inflation among the people.


Liberty Mutual Announces Major Changes to Its Executive Team
Liberty Mutual is restructuring its management team, with the CEO and other key members leaving by the end of 2022. Read on to learn more about the major changes.


The 2022 IBA Elite Women Awards Recognizes Trailblazing Women in Insurance
Find out the positions and the representative states of the women in insurance who won the 2022 IBA Elite Women Awards.


Commercial Auto Insurance Premiums Expected to Rise Throughout 2022?
The auto insurance rates is increasing all over U.S. Know the reasons why? Read more to find more about commercial auto insurance news.


NASCAR Racing Teams and Insurance Companies: A Winning Combination?
Check out our NASCAR news article to find out how insurance companies and NASCAR racing teams benefit from a partnership.


3 Concerns Grappling the U.S. Commercial Trucking Industry in 2023
The commercial trucking industry in U.S. is one of the largest operating industries in the nation. Read more to find out about its concerns.


Which Insurance Market Is Expected To Rise Significantly By 2023?
Find out about the fastest-growing niche insurance market in 2023, and turn the prospects into profits as an insurance agent.


Concerns Rising with the Growing Hurricane Season in Georgia and Florida
Experts in Georgia and Florida emphasize that preparation is vital to avoid the path of a devastating storm this hurricane season.


NASCAR Racing Insurance: How It Works in Motorsports
A high-risk sport like NASCAR racing needs optimal insurance coverage for the drivers involved. Read more to find how is it really determined.


Escalating Uncertainties of The Property Insurance Market in Florida
The hurricane season is near, but it isn’t the only ongoing turmoil in Florida. Know how the property insurance market is near to insolvency.


NASCAR Camping World Truck Series: How Race Teams Have Been Supported by NASCAR Sponsorships
Get a brief insight into how race teams are supported by NASCAR sponsorships via insurance companies in the past as well as the present.


Homeowners Underinsured Due to Rising Inflation: APCIA
Many homeowners are inviting serious risks by not taking the necessary steps to insure their insurance coverage keeps pace with rising inflation and increased building costs.


Florida Among the Most Expensive States for Car Insurance
Florida is now home to one of the most expensive car insurance premiums. Auto insurance in Florida costs $1000 or 56% more than the national average.