Standard & Poor's Ratings Services said it will be accepting comments on its proposal to revise rating criteria for bond insurers that could lead to downgrades unless the companies raise additional capital or reduce risk.

The Florida Chamber of Commerce has thrown its support behind this year’s omnibus insurance bill, which closely mirrors last year’s version that was vetoed by then-Gov. Charlie Crist.

A federal judge in Louisiana has dismissed a whistleblower lawsuit against Allstate Insurance Company, Liberty Mutual and several other insurers.

Two key senators have introduced legislation repealing the controversial tax-reporting provision of the health care reform law.