According to the Malloy administration, almost 70 percent of the homeowners insurance companies in Connecticut have announced that they will be forgiving the more expensive deductibles for damage claims relating to Tropical Storm Irene. According to a statement made by Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Insurance Commissioner Thomas Leonardi, “Failure to do this would result in many homeowners paying tens of thousands of dollars out-of-pocket.” Even though Irene had been downgraded to a tropical storm by the time it reached the state, the clause for hurricane deductibles became effective for…
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Connecticut long term care premiums increase due to rising costs
Many Connecticut insurance policy holders for long-term care have experienced a notable increase in their rates, marking the beginning of a trend that is likely to persist as a result of rising costs. Premiums spiked by double-digits for many among these policy holders, leaving them to wonder how much more they will need to pay in future months. Connecticut is not alone in these increases, as several other states have just filed rate actions, as well. These rate increases are being justified by rising costs and the need to compensate…
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