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• United Auto Insurance Rates Now Quoted at Consumer Insurance Portal Online - Insurance News Net

  01-03-2015 23:06 via insurancenewsnet.com
  United Auto Insurance Rates Now Quoted at Consumer Insurance Portal Online
  Insurance News Net
  Comparing a new source of vehicle insurance companies will now be possible when using the Quotes Pros portal this year. A broad range of agencies are now available including United auto insurance rates that are being supplied through the finder at ...
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• New rating should lower insurance rates in Boardman, officials say - Youngstown Vindicator

  01-03-2015 22:45 via vindy.com
  New rating should lower insurance rates in Boardman, officials say
  Youngstown Vindicator
  The township has improved a rating of its fire protection services that affects insurance rates for homeowners and businesses. After an evaluation by the Insurance Services Office last month, the township now has a protection classification of four ...
  
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• Max Scherzer reveals details of injury insurance policy - Yahoo Sports (blog)

  01-03-2015 22:30 via sports.yahoo.com
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  Max Scherzer reveals details of injury insurance policy
  Yahoo Sports (blog)
  Feb 24, 2015; Viera, FL, USA; Washington Nationals starting pitcher Max Scherzer (31) works out on the resistance band during spring training workouts at Space Coast Stadium. (Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports). After turning down a six-year, $144 ...
  
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• Health insurance uncertainty ahead for those with ACA plans - The Tennessean

  01-03-2015 20:17 via tennessean.com
  
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  Health insurance uncertainty ahead for those with ACA plans
  The Tennessean
  The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Wednesday in a case questioning whether tax credits that reduce premiums for health insurance are available on both federal- and state-run exchanges. If the Supreme Court rules that credits are available ...
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• Know when crop insurance pays - Farm Futures

  01-03-2015 16:30 via farmfutures.com
  Know when crop insurance pays
  Farm Futures
  Jordan Shockman, who farms near LaMoure, ND, created a spreadsheet to calculate expected profit at various price and yield scenarios. Shockman figures both income from crop sales and income from Revenue Protection crop insurance, when applicable, ...
  
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• Union Budget 2015: Insurance sector fears being pulled into 'Cess Pool', wants ... - Economic Times

  01-03-2015 14:04 via economictimes.indiatimes.com
  
  Union Budget 2015: Insurance sector fears being pulled into 'Cess Pool', wants ...
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  By Venkatachari Jagannathan CHENNAI: Generally satisfied at the budgetary proposals of union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley for 2015-16, insurance industry officials however expressed their fears of being pulled into the "cess pool" of the Swachh Bharat ...
  
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• Auto Insurance Quotes Help Clients Compare Online Policies! - Insurance News Net

  01-03-2015 14:03 via insurancenewsnet.com
  Auto Insurance Quotes Help Clients Compare Online Policies!
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  Auto insurance quotes offer a simple and efficient way of comparing car insurance prices and policies. Clients can now have access to numerou plans and policies from the comfort of their homes. It is no longer necessary to call multiple agencies and ...
  
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• Tennessee Employee Injury Benefit Alternative raises safety concerns

  01-03-2015 12:00
  The Tennessee Employee Injury Benefit Alternative triggers questions about how it would affect workplace safety.
  
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• Tennessee considering workers comp opt-out

  01-03-2015 12:00
  Backers hope Tennessee becomes the third state to allow employers to opt out of the state's workers compensation system, but experts expect most employers would stay in the system to realize savings from recent reforms.
  
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• Tanker crashes renew call for federal scrutiny of rail safety

  01-03-2015 12:00
  
  The derailment and explosion of an oil tanker train in West Virginia last month has revived calls for greater train safety measures, but this and other recent accidents are having little effect on the rail insurance market.
  
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• States consider workers compensation reform

  01-03-2015 12:00
  Illinois and Wisconsin are expected to lead the way in state legislation proposed in 2015 to reduce workers compensation system costs, though sweeping comp reforms are not expected in most states this year.
  
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• New same-sex marriage rules simplify FMLA benefits for employers

  01-03-2015 12:00
  New regulations mandating federal emergency leave for all married same-sex couples may require employers to revise their policies and provide additional training, but it also should provide some administrative relief for benefit managers and human...
  
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• NARAB could become a reality in two years

  01-03-2015 12:00
  Agents' and brokers' longtime dream of establishing a national clearinghouse for nonresident state licensing could become a reality in two years.
  
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• Food production tough to automate

  01-03-2015 12:00
  Unlike many other manufacturing processes, food processing does not always lend itself well to automation.
  
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• Food processing worker safety improving, but injury rates still high

  01-03-2015 12:00
  The worker safety record in the food processing business has long lagged other sectors, but advances in ergonomics and automation are helping close the gap.
  
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• Energy workers’ strike over staffing and pay puts spotlight on safety issues

  01-03-2015 12:00
  A strike by nearly 7,000 workers at 15 petroleum refineries coupled with a recent explosion at a Torrance, California, plant that injured four workers highlight safety issues inherent to the industry.
  
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• Drone insurance cover set to take off

  01-03-2015 12:00
  Insurers are eager to provide coverage for unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly known as drones, now that the Federal Aviation Administration has issued long-awaited proposed regulations for commercial use.
  
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• Why searching for a highly qualified law firm needn't be as daunting and fraught with risk as it once was

  01-03-2015 06:00
  With 40,000 potential firms to select from, the task of choosing one, especially in a distant jurisdiction, can be difficult. You likely know this all too well: retaining counsel on short notice not only draws attention, time and effort away from normal work, but it can also add to your...
  
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• Water Pipe Failure: Improper Plumbing Construction

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Insurance adjusters are often faced with a large loss caused by water leakage from plumbing systems. Investigating the cause is an integral part of the claims adjustment process since it bears on insurance coverage as well as potential subrogation. The first step is finding the source and determining the nature...
  
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• Understanding Litigation and Court Decisions — Part 3

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Last month we explored how litigation affects claims and why it is the adjuster who manages the claim file and litigation, deciding when to settle and when to fight, knowing that court fights are expensive. Adjusters must make correct decisions based on the law in the jurisdiction where the claim...
  
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• The Growing Risk of Cyber Liability

  01-03-2015 06:00
  In today's society, we’re experiencing a steady increase in the number of users who utilize the Internet and technology each and every day. As a result, businesses are looking more to technology in order to stay efficient in their business practices. While technology is convenient in many ways, it also...
  
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• Protection from Hazards in the Post Fire Environment

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Following a fire event, a variety of people spend considerable time in the post-fire environment. In addition to first responders, fire and law enforcement, the individuals performing investigations in the property can include insurance claims adjusters, origin and cause fire investigators, inventory assessors, and damage assessors. The fire service, EMS...
  
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• Promoting Price and Quality Competition in the Crash Parts Industry

  01-03-2015 06:00
  The Certified Automotive Parts Association (CAPA) is a non-profit organization, which oversees an American National Standards Institute (ANSI) approved testing and inspection program that certifies the quality of parts used for auto body repairs. CAPA's goal is to promote price and quality competition in the crash parts industry and thereby...
  
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• Profiling Insurance Pros Under 40: Melissa Power, Spokane, Wash.

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Sitting down with the first vice president of the Homestreet Insurance Agency
  
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• One Size Does Not Fit All in Adjuster Licensing

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Throughout the country thousands of insurance adjusters every day are either out in the field inspecting damages or interacting with customers, negotiating equitable settlements for repairs and rebuilding, preparing insurance forms, issuing payments as well as serving as the first line of defense in fraud detection. While performing critical work...
  
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• No more guessing games! Use Haag's new Panel & Membrane Gauge™ to estimate the thickness of metal panels and single-ply membranes

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Haag Education, LLC proudly announces a new product that will take the guesswork out of estimating replacement panels for steel, aluminum, and single-ply roofing. The Haag Panel and Membrane Gauge™ (HPMG) is the latest addition to Haag's industry-leading collection of tools for today's claim and assessment professionals.
  
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• Marijuana: An Emerging Coverage Risk

  01-03-2015 06:00
  The emerging legal marijuana economy will see explosive growth in the coming years. Insurers should be prepared to adopt policies that spell out coverage for legally grown marijuana plants and medical marijuana property. The cannabis industry is expected to grow to nearly $15 billion over the next four years. In...
  
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• Large Carrier Sees Incredible ROI Using Technology for Siding Claims

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Already familiar with EagleView Technologies’ aerial roof measurement reports, a large, national insurance carrier learned about the company's wall report and was eager to try it out for claims that involve damage to siding or windows.
  
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• Human Factors Experts Help Answer Key Questions About Injury Accidents that Arise from Pedestrian Hazards, Vehicle Collisions, and Product Defect Claims

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Human factors involves the application of what we know about people, their abilities, characteristics, and limitations to the design of equipment they use, environments in which they function, and jobs they perform. Human factors is a multi-disciplinary field grounded in the behavioral and engineering sciences, synonymous with ergonomics where engineering...
  
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• How Not to Commit Arson

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Most people do not understand how hard it is to set fire to a house that destroys the entire dwelling and its contents. Most residences simply do not have sufficient combustibles in the right place to allow for a sustained fire. Many homes, especially the more modern ones, have fail-safe...
  
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• Hard Choices: Right Versus Right

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Welcome to March, in which we once again celebrate National Ethics Month. My lesson to the industry is not based upon the traditional “right versus wrong” approach but rather a path that applies ethics to the practical issues insurance folks face every day: right versus right.
  
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• Hands-Off Marketing

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Agents know that the best and easiest way to grow their businesses is through cross-selling. However, most agencies only sell, on average, two or less policies per account. According to a Bain & Co. study, new customer acquisition can cost five times more than retaining an existing customer. Despite knowing...
  
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• Get Ready for an Increase in Storm Activity this Spring

  01-03-2015 06:00
  The spring storm season has been relatively quiet over the last couple of years — great news for the insurance industry and for property owners.
  
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• For claims, TransUnion's solutions offer a complete advantage

  01-03-2015 06:00
  TransUnion, a global leader in credit and information management, works with insurance professionals to achieve common goals: lower operating costs, boost top-line growth with fewer losses, and create a better customer experience.
  
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• Covering the Global Marine Marketplace

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Say you’re an independent agent or broker in a community in any region of the United States. For years, you’ve been working with businesses of all sizes in your area — helping them obtain the commercial insurance they need as they grow and expand.
  
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• “Comprehensive Claims Services”

  01-03-2015 06:00
  In 1997, Engle Martin & Associates, Inc. was formed with a comprehensive business philosophy: to provide the best insurance claim adjustment results in the industry, present the most talented personnel, foster an innovative and professional leadership team, and develop client-focused technology. Today, with 58 offices and 600+ employees, Engle Martin...
  
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• Adding Value to the Policy Holder Claim Experience

  01-03-2015 06:00
  Contractor networks have become a valuable tool in delivering property claims services to policyholders. In the early days of property claims handling, the insurance carrier focus was on providing indemnification to their policyholder. When a claim was reported, the quality of service was focused on how soon an inspection and...
  
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• 10 Critical Facts About HIPAA & Claims

  01-03-2015 06:00
  The 1996 enactment of the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), coupled with the passage of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH) as part of the 2009 American Reinvestment and Recovery Act, has transformed how health information is handled. HIPAA tightened security, established...
  
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