Massachusetts motorists to receive refunds for overly priced motorcycle insurance

Motorcyclists in Massachusetts are about to receive refunds from insurance companies that may have overcharged for coverage this week. State insurance regulators have been investigating the issue for the best part of two years. Last year’s settlements brought motorists nearly $35 million in payouts. This year, three insurance companies have agreed to settle outstanding claims, which will bring an additional $5.7 million to motorcyclists in the state. According to Attorney General Martha Coakley, Travelers, Fireman’s Fund and the Electric Insurance Company have all agreed to issue refunds for overly inflated…

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New dirt bike law may decrease recreational vehicle insurance rates

President Obama has signed a law that is designed to bring some relief to Americans who are affected by a product safety law that was enacted in 2008 in order to prevent children from obtaining toys containing lead. The law went into effect in 2011 and risked prohibiting the sale of four-wheelers and dirt bikes meant for children aged 12 and younger. Businesses selling these recreational vehicles, and the families who purchase those vehicles from them, asked the federal government for assistance in overcoming this struggle. Congress passed House Resolution…

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Basic highlights on top four insurance companies to help consumers

Throughout the financial crisis over the last few years, a number of insurance companies faced a significant struggle, leaving people to wonder about the top insurers after having seen the global giant American International Group (AIG) fall apart.  In order to help consumers to better understand the current the insurance marketplace, experts have compiled some notes about the top four leading companies.  Progressive is among the biggest American auto insurance companies.  It provides standard vehicle insurance as well as products for specialty vehicles such as ATVs, mobile homes, motorcycles, boats…

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