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E&E News: Here's why a new state law to constrain insurance rates won't work
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Claims Support Key to Long-Term Loyalty " Report
11+ hour, 9+ min ago (366+ words) A new US study has found life insurance beneficiaries are looking for ongoing engagement following a claim. The report " A Blueprint for Generational Loyalty " by US-based Empathy and LIMRA found 96% of claimants were open to continued communication after a claim,…...
Progressive Is Biggest Auto Insurer, Surpassing State Farm, Says S&P GMI
6+ hour, 14+ min ago (238+ words) The numbers aren't all in, but it looks like Progressive is now the biggest private passenger auto insurer, based on an analysis from S&P Global Market Intelligence that shows Progressive muscling past State Farm. S&P GMI estimates Progressive's…...
It's Not Too Late To (Actually) Fix The (Actual) Problem With Car Insurance
7+ hour, 13+ min ago (1098+ words) Car insurance is expensive in New York because bad drivers stress the system by being allowed to carry basic minimum coverage " but state lawmakers won't address this problem because they're afraid to be seen making life more expensive, even for…...
Michigan Warns Car Insurers: Price Fairly or Face Penalties | Insurify
16+ hour, 46+ min ago (443+ words) Engage in price optimization and face fines and other penalties. That's the message from the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services to insurers statewide. "When we see a failure to abide by the Insurance Code, we refer those cases…...
U. S. personal lines rate increases return to pre-pandemic levels as markets stabilize
22+ hour, 41+ min ago (285+ words) Traders Union U. S. personal lines rate increases return to pre-pandemic levels as markets stabilize After several years of steep premium adjustments tied to elevated claims costs, approved rate increases for U. S. private passenger auto and homeowners' policies ease in 2025. The shift points…...
Backstrom Insurance has you covered with a homegrown confidence
19+ hour, 10+ min ago (64+ words) WSBT All of Michiana is under a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 6 p. m. Strong to severe storms are expected Monday afternoon. May 18, 2026 " Backstrom Insurance puts you and your needs first and has every aspect of life's uncertainties covered. Backstrom Insurance is your…...
Progressive is Biggest Auto Insurer, Surpassing State Farm: S&P GMI
14+ hour, 13+ min ago (234+ words) The numbers aren't all in, but it looks like Progressive is now the biggest private passenger auto insurer, based on an analysis from S&P Global Market Intelligence that shows Progressive muscling past State Farm. S&P GMI estimates that…...
FL Budget Takes Aim at Insurance Crisis | Insurify
23+ hour, 9+ min ago (544+ words) Florida's proposed 20242025 fiscal year budget includes more than $500 million earmarked for relief measures for Florida homeowners grappling with rising home insurance costs. The budget includes tax exemptions aimed at lowering insurance costs, funds for the state's grant program to help…...
The Best Car Insurance in Michigan 2026
15+ hour, 52+ min ago (1761+ words) USAA is the best car insurance company in Michigan, and Progressive also offer good coverage Shop quotes from the best car insurance companies Updated May 18, 2026 The average cost of car insurance in Michigan exceeds the national average by about 44%, according…...