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The Claims Handling Process for Agents: An Adjuster’s Perspective

This article outlines the claims handling process from the adjuster’s perspective so that you as an agent can be a better partner to your client – the policyholder.

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Underinsurance, A Hard Market, and Climate Change

Almost two years ago, the author authored the article “An Agent Call to Action: Underinsurance” which appeared in this publication as well as a couple of other blogs. Essentially, he…

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Is Heating Oil a Pollutant?

Here’s a great example of why the majority of your large and small contractors need pollution coverage. The Rhode Island Supreme Court decision found in favor of the insured, but…

Back to Basics: What is Product Recall Coverage?

Manufacturers both large and small position their products into the consumer market, whether food, supplies, or equipment. Normally, rigorous testing helps to ensure the product is safe. However, end users…

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Smart Website Safety to Avoid Errors & Omissions Claims

Insurance agents’ website and marketing collateral wording continue to generate errors & omissions claims. This article provides insights into the management of your website wording. Remember, few copywriters or social…

Should an Agency Purchase E&O Coverage from One of Its Carriers?

Agencies have many options available for the placement of their E&O coverage. For some agencies, one of the options is purchasing E&O coverage directly from one of their appointed carriers.…

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Should an Agency Purchase E&O Coverage from One of Its Carriers?

Agencies have many options available for the placement of their E&O coverage. For some agencies, one of the options is purchasing E&O coverage directly from one of their appointed carriers.…

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2024 New Year’s Resolutions for Savvy Insurance Agents

2023 was undoubtedly the most challenging year most independent insurance agents have experienced in their careers. It will certainly be one of the costliest to insurers, and this and uncertainty…

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