The U.S. Labor Department’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Wisconsin state agencies have launched an alliance aimed at preventing workplace hazards statewide. Joining OSHA in the three-year pact are the Workers Compensation Division of the Wisconsin Department of …
As claims reportedly continue to pour in, Georgia Insurance Commissioner John Oxendine said insured losses in Georgia from Hurricane Dennis now exceed $10 million. “Damage to insured homes, vehicles and businesses is included in this estimate,” Oxendine said. “It’s at …
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water. On the heels of Dennis, Tropical Storm Emily had 60 mph winds early Wednesday morning and was continuing on its path into the Caribbean. The National Weather …
The Texas Department of Insurance has issued a request for information regarding the implementation of Senate Bill 1670, as enacted by the 79th Texas Legislature, Regular Session. SB 1670 calls for the establishment of a program for verification of whether …
California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed a budget that reportedly ensures protection against wildfires and floods and invests in the state’s parks and open spaces. The new spending plan includes $3.7 billion for departments, boards, commissions, and other entities within …
MBA Holdings Inc. announced that the National Motorcycle Dealers Association (NMDA) has entered into a marketing agreement with the Nation Safe Drivers Company (NSD) (www.nationsafedrivers.com) to market its products thru NSD’s marketing channels of motorcycle, Auto, R.V., Marine dealers, and …
Sixty days after severe storms and flooding struck central Nebraska, many counties and towns continue to work restoring their damaged roads, water drainage systems and infrastructure. Thirty eligible applicants for federal Public Assistance grants have identified more than 95 projects …
For six years, Rick Lang has reportedly thought of little else than the fateful, tragic circumstances of his bride-to-be’s death. Convinced that her death could have been prevented, Lang set to work designing and testing a new safety feature for …
Last week, Medical Protective Corporation, the oldest and second largest admitted primary medical professional liability insurer, officially became a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of businesses, upon completion of the previously announced purchase agreement with GE Insurance Solutions. Standard …
As Hurricane Dennis approached Key West, Fla., large insurance carriers, expecting and preparing for the worst, alerted hundreds of adjusters to proceed to Florida and Alabama, and put hundreds of other employees on standby, ready to go into action after …