Questions raised about proposal for Pennsylvania's insurance exchange

Advocates for health insurance reform are taking a dim view of a draft proposal for the state's health insurance exchange, saying it could keep the playing field tilted in favor of insurance companies and against consumers.

Questions raised about proposal for Pennsylvania's insurance exchange

Advocates for health insurance reform are taking a dim view of a draft proposal for the state's health insurance exchange, saying it could keep the playing field tilted in favor of insurance companies and against consumers.

Three Sapiens Clients, Philadelphia Insurance Companies, DirectAsia.com, and L&T General Insurance, Named Winners of ...

CARY, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapiens International Corporation , (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS), a provider of innovative insurance software solutions, today announced that three of ...

Lloyds TSB Current Accounts Extend Insurance to Protect Against Travel Disruption

ENGLAND, UNITED KINGDOM-- - From 01 February this year all Lloyds TSB Silver, Gold, Platinum and Premier current account customers will be automatically covered for any disruption to their travel as part ...

Three Sapiens Clients, Philadelphia Insurance Companies, DirectAsia.com, and L&T General Insurance, Named Winners of ...

CARY, North Carolina, February 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Sapiens International Corporation , (NASDAQ and TASE: SPNS), a provider of innovative insurance software solutions, today announced that three of ...

Willis: $3.5 Billion Losses in Mining Market Prompt 30 Percent Insurance Capacity Reduction

In 2011, the mining insurance market was not only hit by $2.7 billion in natural catastrophe losses, but over 60 operational losses totaling $835 million. The $3.5 billion total estimate of losses facing mining insurers has prompted a 30 percent withdrawal in insurance capacity since the start of 2011.

Ontario car insurance rates increase 2.9 per cent says Kanetix.ca

Consumers still have opportunities to save money on their car insuranceTORONTO , Feb. 6, 2012 /CNW/ - Kanetix® (www.kanetix.ca), an online quote comparison website for insurance and financial products, ...

Ontario car insurance rates increase 2.9 per cent says Kanetix.ca

Consumers still have opportunities to save money on their car insuranceTORONTO , Feb. 6, 2012 /CNW/ - Kanetix® (www.kanetix.ca), an online quote comparison website for insurance and financial products, ...

More charges brought against Asheville-area Seven Falls developer

HENDERSONVILLE — More charges have been filed against developer Keith Vinson in connection with his handling of employee health insurance premium money at one of his companies.

Research and Markets: Performance Ratio Benchmarking: Accident and Health Insurance 2011 Allows You to Benchmark Your ...

DUBLIN--(BUSINESSWIRE)-- Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/861a02/performance_ratio ) has announced the addition of the " Performance Ratio Benchmarking: Accident and ...

Research and Markets: UK Travel Insurance 2011 Report Contains Insight into Advertising Expenditure and Consumer ...

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "UK Travel Insurance 2011" report to their offering.

Group says car-insurance rates unfair to poor

The Consumer Federation of America is charging that the nation's poorest drivers are being charged unfairly high auto insurance premiums because of discriminatory practices. The organization called on state insurance regulators to do something about it.

Elizabeth Dipp Metzger Named a Financial Adviser with Eagle Strategies LLC, Focusing on a Holistic Solution to Wealth ...

Elizabeth Dipp Metzger has been named a financial adviser with Eagle Strategies LLC, A Registered Investment Adviser an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of New York Life Insurance Company. Her primary focus is to bring a holistic viewpoint to wealth management, As a financial adviser, Lizzie provides clients with an integrated investment and insurance strategy focused on maximizing value over ...

Private health changes will pass: PM

It could be a case of third time lucky when Labor tries to again means test the 30 per cent private health insurance rebate, the prime minister says.

Kirk signs union deal with 0% health care hike

It's official. The city of Gloucester's employee health insurance costs won't increase for the 2013 fiscal year, which is being budgeted now and begins July 1. Mayor Carolyn Kirk signed off last week on an agreement brought forward by the city's multiple union negotiating body, the Public Employees Committee, that keeps the current year's health insurance policy in place for the new year, with ...

Debate: Reputation Insurance a Good Idea?

by Michael Fertik, Reputation.com

State investigating insurance auditor

The Arizona Board of Accountancy is investigating the firm that conducted audits for the Valley Schools Management Group.

Well-off get more from health insurance rebate

THE Health Minister, Tanya Plibersek, has revealed the disproportionate benefits better-off people get out of the health insurance rebate in a fresh bid to swing support for a means test.

PhilHealth seeks changes in medical health care program

THE Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (Philhealth) is seeking changes in its medical health care program to improve services in the next few years. Dr. Eduardo P.

New push for means testing of health rebate

Health Minister Tanya Plibersek makes a fresh bid to swing support for means testing of the health insurance rebate.

Don Cornelius' Ex-Wife Stands To Make Six Figures From Life Insurance

Don Cornelius died with 2 life insurance policies worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, and the ex-wife hated will get all the money

Branstad: Officials should pay health insurance

JOHNSTON, Iowa --- Gov. Terry Branstad said Friday he would like to see elected officials in Iowa "lead by example" by paying for 20 percent of the cost of their state-provided health insurance coverage.

Insurance to cost more in areas hit by natural disasters

SINGAPORE - Commercial insurance rates in Asia are expected to climb in regions affected by natural disasters following record insurance losses last year.

Online Insurance Marketplace Announces an Increase in Searches for Keyword, "How Much is Life Insurance"

Online Insurance Marketplace (OnlineInsuranceMarketPlace.com) Announces an Increase in Searches for Keyword, "How Much is Life Insurance" (PRWeb February 05, 2012) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/howmuchislifeinsurance/familylifeinsurance/prweb9166637.htm

Car insurance rip-off: 5,000 firms chasing claims... and 700 of them have been struck off

Tough new curbs on bogus car-accident injury claims to stop Britain being the ‘whiplash capital of Europe’ are pledged today by Transport Secretary Justine Greening.

Home insurance needs to be readied for winter risks

Connecticut Insurance Commissioner Thomas B. Leonardi has reminded consumers to review their policies with their carrier or agent to ensure they are adequately protected during this winter season.

CoventryOne Simplifies Health Insurance Options for Early Retirees

BETHESDA, MD-- - So you have decided to retire early -- congratulations! While this can be an exciting stage in one's life, it requires careful planning, and having health coverage you can count on is ...

Home insurance: London and West Yorkshire dominate burglary claims list

Analysis of claims data from MoneySupermarket shows 17 areas in which no previous burglaries were declared by applicants for home insurance Households in London's Stoke Newington and Apperley Bridge in Bradford are the most likely in Britain to make an insurance claim for burglary, according to analysis of information given by consumers on home policy applications. Analysing 3m quotes made ...

Foundation Financial Group Inks Major Acquisition

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 31, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Foundation Financial Group's insurance division has acquired B&R Insurance, securing its Florida customers who have personal and commercial insurance policies. ...

Final Program Announced for Life Insurance Settlement Association's Institutional Investor Conference

ORLANDO, FL-- - LISA has announced the final program and speakers for its second annual Institutional Investor Life Settlement Conference. "This program will address the issues, opportunities and ...

Want Better Car Insurance Rates? You Have to Make the Call - Your Money

A retiree qualified for lower car insurance premiums, but found that out only after a chance piece of mail prodded him to call his insurer.

Crump Group, Inc. Announces Sale of Life and Property & Casualty Insurance Divisions to BB&T

Crump Group, Inc. announced today that its life insurance and property and casualty insurance divisions are being sold to BB&T along with the rights to the Crump name.

BB&T Purchases Leading Wholesale Insurance Brokerage

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Feb. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BB&T Corporation (NYSE: BBT - News) announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire the life and property and casualty insurance operating divisions ...

BB&T Purchases Leading Wholesale Insurance Brokerage

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., Feb. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- BB&T Corporation (NYSE: BBT - News) announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire the life and property and casualty insurance operating divisions ...

Home insurance claim hotspots named

Home owners in Stoke Newington in north London are the most likely to have made a claim for theft or burglary on their home insurance policy, according to research.

Risks That Raise Rates

While most people buy home insurance to protect property from damage, liabilities from accidents on your property are often what drive up your insurance rate.

Scottsdale Insurance Company® Celebrates 30 Remarkable Years of Providing Exceptional Excess & Surplus Coverage

Scottsdale Insurance Company, a leader in the Excess & Surplus and Specialty Lines arena, celebrates 30 years in business. Founded in January 1982 by Rollie Wiegers with backin

Home insurance: Defending your castle

Is your home really protected from the threats that matter most? Here's what you need to know.

Deborah L. Michel to Lead Liberty Mutual Insurance’s Major Accounts and Helmsman TPA

Liberty Mutual Insurance has appointed Deborah L. Michel executive vice president, Commercial Markets, general manager, Major Accounts and president of Helmsman Management Services

Trader wants home insurance on Lennar

Lennar has been climbing, and one investor wants to make sure the bears don't burn down the house.optionMONSTER's Depth Charge tracking system detected the purchase of 5,000 August 19 puts on the Miami-based ...