The number of claims resolved through an inter-insurance dispute resolution organizations services set a record in 2011, with nearly 520,000 claims resolved. The value of those claims resolved by Arbitration Forums, a Florida-based company and the nation’s largest provider of inter-insurance dispute resolution services, was more than $2.4 billion. W. R Read more…
Most realize that the risk of identity theft does exists and one must take steps to protect it. Identity theft insurance is now available and although it will not prevent one from being a victim, it will help one recover from the many losses associated with being an identity theft victim.
Recently, a great deal has been written regarding Citizens Property Insurance Corporation’s replacement cost value (RCV) calculation methodology. It seems that, in some cases, Citizens is grossly overestimating the cost to replace a home following a disaster. Consumer advocates decry this practice as nothing more than a backdoor rate increase following the denial of Citizens’ [...]
An insurance industry trade group, representing about 300 insurers, says it supports the National Transportation Safety Boards call for a ban on texting and using cellphones while driving. Leigh Ann Pusey, president and CEO of the American Insurance Association (AIA), said in a statement that the group supports the NTSBs recommendation for a nationwide ban [...]
A safe deposit box is a great way for anyone to store their insurance and other documents safely. Another great benefit of a safe deposit box is that the rental fee may be tax deductible. Learn more about safe deposit boxes, what should be stored in them and who can qualify for the tax deduction [...]
As travel delays and cancellations become more prevalent, even the most budget minded travelers consider holiday insurance (also known as travel or trip insurance) as essential. A holiday can be a rather larger expense, and depending on the type of package, pre-payment is required. A traveler’s financial outlay can be at risk if cancellation is [...]
New York Individual Health Insurance is a popular type of health insurance in the state of New York. There are several unemployed individuals among the 20 million citizens of New York. Such people, who cannot enjoy the benefits of group health insurance, can opt for this type of insurance. Several insurance companies in New York [...]