Monthly Archives: <span>January 2004</span>

Electronic P&C Claims Conference Runs Next Week

The Electronic P&C Claims – A Forum for Claims Professionals – will be held Jan. 26-27 at the Intercontinental Miami in Miami. For more information, contact CBI Registration, (800) 817-8601, orcbireg@cbinet.com www.cbinet.com .

Ohio Urges Residents to Go Over Coverage Needs

Having the right homeowner’s policy is critical to ensuring that one is protected if the need to make a claim arises. Ohio Insurance Department Director Ann Womer Benjamin, in conjunction with Get Smart About Insurance Week, a consumer outreach campaign …

GE Commercial Insurance Unveils National Masonic Association Program

GE Commercial Insurance announced the launch of a new insurance program created specifically for Masonic Associations. Thompkins & Company, a full-service, independent agency specializing in Masonic Associations, will underwrite the coverage for property, inland marine, crime, general liability, automobile and …

N.Y. Drivers Obtain Additional Auto Options

New York drivers now have another option to consider when shopping for auto insurance. Esurance Inc., a direct-to-consumer personal auto insurance company, recently announced the launch of its new auto insurance program in New York. New York’s auto insurance market …

NAMIC Applauds Mass. Governor’s Call for Auto Insurance Reform

The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies has issued a bulletin applauding Governor Mitt Romney’s call for reform of the Massachusetts automobile market. In his State of the State address, the governor blamed the state’s regulatory system for the high …

AIR Adds European Windstorm Model to System

Boston’s AIR Worldwide Corporation announced that its Extratropical Cyclone Model for Europe has been incorporated into CLASIC/2, AIR’s detailed risk modeling software system. “The model, which incorporates the most complete and consistent set of atmospheric data available, is based on …

Commissioner Garamendi Cautions Californians On Eve of Northridge Earthquake 10th Anniversary

On the eve of the 10th anniversary of the Northridge Earthquake, Commissioner John Garamendi recommended that safety steps be taken immediately by home and business owners to protect their lives and investments in the case of another massive earthquake. The …

American Technologies Inc. & American Restoration Relocates Back to Orange

American Technologies, Inc. & American Restoration have outgrown their facility in Anaheim, Calif. and relocated their corporate headquarters back to Orange, where they originated with a single office, three employees and small warehouse space in 1989. The new facility encompasses …

2004 NAIIA Annual Conference Slated for May 5-9

The 67th National Association of Independent Insurance Adjusters (NAIIA) Annual Conference, “Dedicated To The Vision”, May 5-9, 2004, Marriott’s Hilton Head Beach & Golf Resort, Hilton Head Island, S.C. will feature education sessions, networking opportunities, product trends and recreational avenues. …

Brown & Brown Notes Record Levels in 2003 Results

Florida-based Brown & Brown, Inc. announced record earnings for 2003, the 11th consecutive year the company has hit record highs in both revenues and income. Net income for 2003 rose to $110,322,000, or $1.60 per share, an increase of 32.7 …