The influx of admitted insurance players into the wholesale market--driven by an ongoing soft market and a recession--means today's wholesale brokers, MGUs and MGAs must be more focused than ever...
Although insurance societies and associations always have provided the vital service of representation for their members, their presence today is more important than ever.
Although it's important to hold down expenses and "do more with less" to survive the recession, agents and brokers are looking beyond this crisis and preparing their businesses for better times.
When David Letterman recently revealed that he had engaged in sexual relations with members of his staff, it was at once funny--with his deadpan delivery--and yet disturbing to the live audience and the viewing public.
While this piece is not intended to be a complete review of all 2009 insurance cases, it will provide a quick summary of some of the important cases decided by courts around the country in 2009.
The House passed estate tax legislation that an insurance agents' trade group said they hoped could be modified to provide a higher exemption level for small businesses.
After reading and listening to all of the volatile responses in the media, I have reached the conclusion that there will probably won't be health-care legislation in 2009, 2010, or any other year in the coming decade.
Prosperity in the hospitality industry is under stress. Be the expert and support for these struggling business owners and find ways that you can stand out to your clients.