Agency Management

The fatal collision between a recreational airplane and a tourist helicopter over the Hudson River should not affect rates for such planes, but could possibly impact helicopter coverage, according to two insurance brokers.

The insurance industry has traditionally been ahead of the curve when it comes to anticipating important trends, getting out in front of large-scale behavioral shifts and rapidly adapting to evolving societal realities.

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NU Associate Editor Mark Ruquet talks about the lack of informed, respectful debate outside a healthcare reform town hall meeting this week and invites reader feedback at www.NUSamSoapBox.com.

Insurance brokerage Willis Group said Vic Krauze has been named president of Willis HRH, its North American retail business, and will continue as Willis HRH chief operating officer.

To get comprehensive health care reform, perhaps we must force all members of Congress to shop for individual coverage for themselves and their families, suggests NU Editor Sam Friedman in his blog today at www.NUSamSoapBox.com.