Auto insurance fraud meets aggressive action in Massachusetts Auto insurance fraud has been a growing problem in Massachusetts. This problem began receiving significant attention from state lawmakers more than a decade ago when a staged accident caused resulted in the death of a state resident. A new report from the Insurance Fraud Bureau of Massachusetts and the Automobile Insurers Bureau of Massachusetts highlights the progress that the state has made in its ongoing fight against auto insurance fraud. The report suggests that the state’s continuous efforts have saved consumers from…
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Ohio businesses may see major returns from workers compensation program
$1 billion in workers compensation dividends to be distributed in Ohio Ohio businesses may be receiving significant dividends from the state’s workers compensation fund this month. Governor John Kasich is keen to see funds returned to employers after returns from the workers’ compensation fund were higher than had been expected. These returns are now before the Ohio Bureau of Workers Compensation, which will determine whether they are necessary or not. If the agency approved of the dividends, more than $1 billion in funds could be returned to employers throughout the…
Read MoreTop Safe Driving Apps List Released By Insurance Panda
Insurance Panda, an auto insurance quote comparison website located in Manhattan, NYC, has released a list of the top “safe driving” mobile applications. These apps, which are readily available for devices like the iPhone, Android, Blackberry, and iPod, help people stay safe on the road. Application functionality ranges from helping the elderly stay focused while driving to helping young drivers learn how to drive. The InsurancePanda.com list includes apps for drivers of all shapes and sizes. The article posted on InsurancePanda.com states that mobile phones, smartphones, and mobile devices are…
Read MoreFree insurance offered by U.K. theatre for scary movie protection
The tongue in cheek coverage is provided at no cost to moviegoers who are afraid of being scared to death. A movie theater in the United Kingdom has taken a unique perspective on the release of a horror movie remake, and is providing viewers with a free insurance policy to pay for their funeral costs in the case that they are literally scared to death during the film. The coverage is being provided as a part of a unique marketing campaign by the cinema. The free insurance coverage will be…
Read MoreInsurance industry urging American residents to buy flood coverage
The I.I.I. has officially released a statement to remind home and business owners of hurricane season. With less than a month before the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, officials from an insurance industry group are reminding homeowners, business owners, and renters in at risk areas that they should be considering flood policies. The reminder includes the fact that standard home and business policies do not include flooding. The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has reinforced its insurance industry statement by pointing out that predictions are that the hurricane season could…
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