Author: Julie Campbell

Julie Campbell has been writing professionally for over 15 years, following a brief career in the insurance industry, in which she took emergency claims while guiding and supporting policyholders through some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Today, she reports on the latest stories and most recent news in the insurance industry, with a particular focus on how current events are impacting everyday people. Follow Julie Campbell on Google+

Pet insurance companies remind animal owners to avoid a scary Halloween

Julie Campbell
Pet Insurance for Halloween

While tonight is a great time for fun frights, it is also important to keep dogs and cats safe. Halloween is a very fun time of year, filled with the best of our scary sides, but at the same time, many pet insurance companies have reported that it is among the most dangerous days for animals such as dogs and cats. There are many different hazards to the health of animals on Halloween, so take care to be pet friendly. According to the National Retail Foundation, there was $330 million…

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Medical marijuana may not always be covered by homeowners insurance

Julie Campbell
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This legalized drug has been drawing attention within several coverage sectors, including property. As the legalization of medical marijuana spreads throughout an increasing number of states, questions about the coverage that will be provided in areas such as health and homeowners insurance have started to arise from consumers. The obvious coverage is in terms of health, but property and liability insurance also plays a vital role. Consumers now want to know if their homeowners insurance will pay out if their medical marijuana plants are ever destroyed by a house fire…

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Smartwatches are the insurance technology of choice for the future of the industry

Julie Campbell
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A recent study has shown that business owners feel wearable technology will be the most practical for their needs. Insurance technology has always been a vital part of the industry, from modeling to risk assessment, communication, and a seemingly endless range of other purposes. A recent study conducted by Live Insurance News has shown that when it comes to the devices used by professionals such as agents, brokers, and agency owners, smartwatches are the clear choice for meeting future needs. That said, while smartwatches do appear to be the preference…

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Insurance rates from Anthem too high, says California regulator

Julie Campbell
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Commissioner Dave Jones has stated that policyholders could have saved $33 million if the insurer lowered premiums. A recent statement from California Commissioner Dave Jones expressed that the 10 percent increase in insurance rates at Anthem Blue Cross for small businesses is excessive and that the result to its policyholders was a costly one. The Insurance Commissioner in the state made the announcement a month and a half before the Prop 45 vote. During the last stretch of time for the battle with regards to Proposition 45, Commissioner Jones criticized…

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Would a health insurance plan foot the bill for Ebola care?

Julie Campbell
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While the risk of contracting the disease in the United States is very low, many wonder about treatment coverage. The odds of every catching the Ebola virus within the United States are quite slim, but as many people watch the headlines about specific cases that have popped up in the country, they also wonder if their health insurance would cover the very high expenses that are associated with medical care for that illness. Estimates regarding the price of Ebola care can range from a massive $5,000 to $25,000 per day.…

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