April 16, 2012
AgencyDistracted Driving
New Analytic Methods Provide Statistical Insight Into Distracted Driving Apr 12, 2012 — Distracted driving has grabbed headlines recently as a consensus emerges around the risk posed by drivers using cell phones. A presentation at the Casualty Actuarial Society’s Ratemaking and Product Management Seminar held last month showed how …click here the rest of the […]
April 20, 2012
AgencyInsurance Myth #2
Here is an excellent article worth reading on insurance claims….enjoy. Insurance Myth #2: “Insurance Companies Always Pay Claims Fully and Promptly” When we purchase insurance, we’re buying a promise on a piece of paper. We uphold our end of the bargain by paying our hard-earned dollars for premiums, and we expect that insurers will uphold […]
May 7, 2012
AgencyWealthy Americans Fear Lawsuits But Lack Sufficient Coverage
Below is a very interesting article from March 19, 2012 Insurance Journal Magazine – enjoy. America’s wealthiest families increasingly worry that their wealth alone makes them a target for a high-stakes liability lawsuit in this uncertain time of high unemployment and tepid economic growth, according to a new insurance report. But many wealthy families remain […]
May 9, 2012
AgencyDriverless Cars???
Nevada issues Google first license for self-driving car- Check out this amazing article from The Las Vegas Sun. Nevadans will soon see driverless cars being tested on streets and highways. Google received the first license Monday from the state Department of Motor Vehicles to test the autonomous vehicles. It is believed to be the first such […]
May 11, 2012
AgencyDisciplinary actions harder to find thanks to TDI…
Shame on the Texas Department of Insurance. According to the Fort Worth Star Telegram TDI has made recent changes to the publishing of disciplinary actions against insurance agents and/or companies. In our opinion TDI should be trying to help protect insureds from the actions of those willing to break the law. Instead it looks like TDI […]
May 14, 2012
AgencySix Tips for a Safe Roadtrip
Roadtrip! What a great idea. Oh, but wait. What about the weather? And the mountains and black ice and desert and hail? Oh! And what about the criminals lying in wait? Sure, road trips can pose some challenges, but information and a few sensible precautions will have you safely on the road in no time. […]
June 4, 2012
AgencyTravelers Introduces New Wind Credit for Fortified Homes in Texas
Travelers Insurance (one of the many outstanding companies we represent) announced it is introducing a wind credit for fortified homes in Texas that meet established standards designed to resist the impacts of tropical storm and hurricane winds. “Homes built to meet these stringent standards are better able to withstand severe weather, saving lives and reducing property […]
June 8, 2012
AgencyFaked Life Insurance Claim
Georgia Mom Posed as Dead Son to Collect $151K From Insurance Policy Prosecutors in Fulton County, Georgia, say a woman has admitted to collecting more than $151,000 on a fraudulent insurance policy she took out in her dead son’s name. Donna Ellis Gibbs was sentenced to 20 years’ probation in the case after pleading guilty. […]
June 13, 2012
AgencyMust see video about texting and driving-
This is a must see video documentary we came across on one of our company’s websites about the dangers of texting and driving. The video documentary was put together by AT&T and should be required viewing for all drivers, especially teens. Click here for the video.
June 25, 2012
AgencyDallas Hailstorm Insured Losses Could Reach $2 Billion
Jun 18, 2012 — Insured losses from the massive hailstorm that struck the Dallas area on Wednesday could reach as much as $2 billion, making it one of the most costly stomrs of its type in – click here for rest of article.