Why Offset The Net Loss? – Understanding Business Interruption Claims

Apr 3, 2012 Posted Under: Insurance Posts

About a year ago, a California Court of Appeals published an opinion that invigorated the debate over the proper methodology or calculation of a business income loss. In Amerigraphics v. Mercury Casualty Company, 182 Cal. App. 4th 1538 (March 23, 2010), the court held that under the traditional Business Income Form (CP 00 30),

Business Income” has two distinct components: (i) net income, and (ii) continuing normal expenses. G

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When Life Happened, Insurance Was There

Apr 2, 2012 Posted Under: Online Insurance Quotes

Almost exactly two years ago, “life happened” to me in a more sudden and dramatic way than I ever could have imagined possible. Even now, looking back, I can’t believe the circumstances that suddenly came crashing down around me at the same time, creating a perfect storm of emotional, physical and financial vulnerability that threatened to pull me under for good.

On April 27, 2010, I got a terrible call while at my office informing me that my teenage son Henry had suffered a brutal beating and drug overdose, and that he had been rushed to a local hospital in critical condition. For the next five weeks, I sat next to his hospital bed night and day while still attempting to remain employed.

My son died on May 31, 2010, just over a month after entering the hospital. Three

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Bollinger enhances program business with Creative Agency Group deal

Mar 28, 2012 Posted Under: Insurance Posts

Bollinger has acquired Creative Agency Group of Holmdel, N.J., an agency that will expand its program business, according to company officials.

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Founded in 1971 by Walter Nalbandian, Creative Agency Group specializes in program business, specifically golf and county clubs, health and fitness clubs, small animal hospitals (veterinarians), independent auto dealers (used car) and franchised auto dealers.

Bollinger is the 17th largest agency in the U.S., has existing program business in sports, golf and country clubs, kindergarten to grade 12 and college student accident plans, as well as employee benefits.

“This is a great opportunity for Bollinger to strengthen our program business, especially our nationally recognized golf and country club program,” said Jack Windolf, chairman and CEO of Bollinger. “Bot

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Insuring Your Overall Health – A Guide To Finding The Ideal Policy Available For You!

Mar 26, 2012 Posted Under: Online Insurance Quotes

There are several various things to consider when choosing, upgrading and paying on your insurance. The variety of offered choices can make your choices seem extremely intimidating. Read through on to locate numerous ideas and tricks to assist you reduce costs while getting the coverage you need. These suggestions can help you save many problems when searching for health insurance quotes Illinois

Save money by never ever paying your health insurance premiums together with your bank card. May insurance carriers charge as much as 15% more in the event you pay with bank cards, and they could also charge an administrative rate.

Look at in your doctor to observe if you can barter your solutions for his.

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Starr receives license to operate as direct insurer in Singapore

Mar 20, 2012 Posted Under: Life Insurance News

Starr International Insurance (Singapore), a wholly owned subsidiary of Starr Insurance & Reinsurance, has received a direct general license from the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to operate as a direct insurer in the Asia-Pacific region.

Starr Companies International Insurance Operations Head Ed Navarro said the company was confident about the opportunities in Singapore after receiving the full license from MAS.

The firm has hired Chan Tat Yoong as the Principal Officer of the Singapore operations.

With over 20 years’ experience, Yoong served as an insurance industry executive and prior to his insurance career, he served in the Singapore Ministry of Defence.

“Tat Yoong’s experience running branches for multi-national insurance companies as well as his excellent relationships will serve us well as we expand our operation,” Navarro added.

Starr insurance offerings include property, casualty, marine, aviation, financial lines and political risk insurance solutions.

It’s National Heart Month! But where does travel insurance come into it?

Mar 12, 2012 Posted Under: Life Insurance News

February is National Heart Month, a month long campaign organised by the British Heart Foundation. It aims to raise awareness of heart disease while raising money to help tackle it. There are some fantastic ways to get involved, from photography competitions to dazzling your partner by proposing via the electric billboards of Piccadilly Circus. Here’s a quick introduction to the campaign and a short guide to getting affordable travel insurance that covers heart conditions.

Wear Red Day

National Wear Red Day is the easiest way to get involved with National Heart Month. J

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State High-Risk Health Insurance Coverage

Mar 8, 2012 Posted Under: Insurance Posts

Having trouble getting qualified for a health insurance plan because you are told you have a condition that is high-risk? Many states do have help for those who are denied health insurance coverage because they are high-risk. A large majority of states offer health insurance high risk-pools to help those who may not be able to have or afford health insurance coverage because of their physical condition.

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