The miscellaneous professional liability policy is designed for small firms that provide advice or services requiring specialized knowledge.

A federal judge granted preliminary approval of a $72.5 million settlement between The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. and a class of more than 21,000 people who alleged the insurer underpaid personal injury and workers' compensation claims.

The Hartford has agreed to settle a $72.5 million class-action lawsuit that accused it of using questionable business practices when paying personal injury and workers' compensation claims.

Harry Spring, government relations regional director for Humana Inc., has been elected chairman of the Florida Insurance Council (FIC)--a state insurance trade association.