Frank O'Brien

• Mass. AG Says Homeowners Rates Are Inflated; Criticizes Cat Models

  By Phil Gusman, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  November 18, 2011

  Homeowners rates in Massachusetts have been inflated due to the use of “unproven and in some cases discredited hurricane models,” according to the state’s attorney general.

• Insurers Question Legality Of Mass. AG's Proposed Auto Regs

  By Phil Gusman, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  June 24, 2010

  Insurance associations are questioning the legality of Massachusetts auto insurance regulations proposed by the state's Attorney General's Office as the second and final day of hearings on the issue begins.

• R.I. Appraisal Bill Divides Insurers, Repair Shops

  By Phil Gusman, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  June 14, 2010

  Insurer associations and auto repair shops in Rhode Island are sparring over a bill passed by the legislature that would require independent appraisals on vehicles when damages are thought to exceed $2,500.

• Mass. Auto Insurers Hail Improved Market Since Reforms, Despite AG Criticism

  By Phil Gusman, PropertyCasualty360.com  |  April 19, 2010

  Two years after the Massachusetts personal auto market opened up to allow rate competition among insurers, industry representatives have hailed the entrance of new companies, new products and services offered to consumers.