Rep. Gene Taylor, D-Miss., today characterized as "absurd" a decision by House officials not to allow a floor vote on an amendment to the National Flood Insurance Program that would add wind coverage to the program.

Hub International's acquisition with Maple Leaf enables Hub to expand its transportation presence in the Pacific Northwest and enhance its relationship with insurance carriers specializing in the transportation industry.

Fewer than half of organizations buying or providing outsourced services are able to effectively manage the associated risks, according to an industry survey.

The Ward Group has released its annual list of top 50 P&C insurance companies in the U.S., with nine new additions.