National News
News for September 2004
September 30, 2004
- The Hartford Reports Q3 Earnings
- ISO's Intellicorp, Markel Join Forces for Criminal Background Checks of Employees, Volunteers
- New Report from Fitch Examines Reinsurance Recoverable Credit Trends
September 29, 2004
- Drivers Can Take 'Crash Course' in Collision Prevention, Preparation
- Big 'I' Praises Approval of Terrorism Insurance Backstop Bill by Financial Services Committee
- State Farm Pitches in to Help Hurricane Victims; Donation of $1 Million Goes to American Red Cross
- Mold, Mildew Arise From Flood Waters
September 28, 2004
- S&P Comments on Hurricane Jeanne's $7 Billion Impact on U.S. P/C Insurers
- CPCU Society Offers Homeowner Tips for Filing Hurricane, Flood-Related Claims
- PIA and The Hartford to Offer Members Joint Flood Insurance Program
September 27, 2004
- Jeanne Hits Florida Head-on; Causes Major Damage
- AIG Domestic Claims Unveils New Program
- PCI, AIA Work with Safety Orgs. to Develop Exam for Loss Control Professionals
- The Hartford Offers Free Junior Fire Marshal Educational Materials to Help Prevent Disasters
September 24, 2004
- CIAB Urges TRIA Extension, Passage of Regulatory 'Roadmap' at Testimony
- Flood Zone Correction, Willis Group Partner
- DriveSavers Offering Discounts for Hurricane Victims
September 23, 2004
- Insurers to Pay an Estimated $4.4 Billion for Claims From Hurricane Frances
- PCI Warns on Preventing Mold Growth After Floods
September 22, 2004
- Several Dozen Puerto Rico Municipalities Designated for Tropical Storm Jeanne Assistance
- AAA: Lack of Auto Repair Choice for Public Impacts Motor Vehicle Safety
- U.S. Human Services Chief Thompson Hopes 'Early Offers' Pilot Will Reduce Medical Error Litigation
September 21, 2004
- ServiceMaster Advises Taking Action Quickly Following Recent Storms
- New Article Reportedly Confirms Earlier Findings Regarding Government Price Controls for Insurance
- Best Reports P/C Insurers "Post Solid Results;" $9 Billion Profit for 1st Half of 2004
- DKI Network Adds Several New Members
- CNA Using Adobe Intelligent Document Platform
- S&P Affirms Employers Re 'A+' Ratings
September 20, 2004
- CAT Modelers: Ivan's Estimated Losses Up to $10B
- S&P: Medical Protective Co. 'A' Ratings Affirmed; Outlook Reportedly Stable
September 18, 2004
September 17, 2004
- Fitch Estimates Ivan May Become Second Costliest Hurricane For U.S. P/C Insurers
- RMS: Potential Losses for Hurricane Ivan, $2 to $7 Billion
September 16, 2004
- President Declares Disaster Areas for Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi
- Aftermath of Ivan: Hundreds of Thousands Without Power, Heavy Rains Continue
- AIR Worldwide Sees Ivan Costing $3 to $6 Billion
September 15, 2004
- RMS: Potential Losses for Ivan $4 to $10 Billion
- EQECAT Estimates Insured Losses from Hurricane Ivan Between $6-$20 Billion
- Atlantic Mutual Has Available Checklist to Make Sure Homes Are Properly Insured
- Industry-Backed Study Claims TRIA Extension Would Strengthen U.S. Economy
September 14, 2004
- NAMIC Applauds Passage of Tort Reform Bill
Asbestos - Any Options Left for Insurers'- The Hartford Unveils New D&O Coverage
- Automobile Club of So Cal Says Hurricanes Show Need to Protect Travel Investment with Insurance
- Final Rule Set for Fire Protection for Shipyard Workers
- Chubb Report Highlights Employee Theft Concerns
September 13, 2004
- ATRA Urges U.S. House to Help Halt Lawsuit Abuse
- Fujitsu Consulting, FileNet Offer Claims Processing Solution for P/C Insurance
September 10, 2004
- 9/11 Impact on Marsh & McLennan Cos. Nothing Short of Devastation
- EQECAT Says Ivan Landfall Would Be a '1 in 50 Year' Series of Storm Events
- S&P Affirms American Re and Affiliates 'A' Ratings
- Rogers to Serve as Keynote at NAAIA Conference
September 9, 2004
- Insurers Urge U.S. Supreme Court to Change Utah Ruling in Landmark Punitive Damages Case
- ACE USA Makes Available Energy Casualty Practice to Enhance Global Energy Operations
- Fitch: $2B-$10B in Insured Losses for Hurricane Frances
- PCI: Hurricanes Prove Commercial Insurance Value
September 8, 2004
- S&P Analyzes Potential Impact of Q3 Hurricanes; Questions Catastrophe Models
- Web site Launched for Consumer Insurance Complaints
September 7, 2004
- Frances Crosses Florida Panhandle; RMS Loss Estimate $3 to $6 Billion
- Cadence Network Steers Course for Caliber
- Guy Carpenter Unveils Enhanced Version of CASUS Catastrophe Model
- Third-Quarter Catastrophes Force Insurers to Rethink Predictive Models
September 6, 2004
- OOF! Frances Hits Florida; Damages Widespread, But Less Than Feared
- PCI: Frances Will Bring More Claims But Lower Severity
- Best Releases Underwriting Guide 3rd Flow
September 3, 2004
- Hurricane Frances Weakening, But Still Dangerous
- MarketScout: Market Still Vulnerable to Catastrophic Loss
- Crawford & Company Names Crawford as CEO
- I.I.I. Lists Insurance "Hotlines" for Frances
September 2, 2004
- NHC Issues Hurricane Watch as Frances' Threat to Florida Grows
- BASF Introduces 'Refinish Principles for Insurers' Workshop
- Kaplan Professional Acquires The Saenger Organization
- Progressive Offers Tips to Keep Drivers and Vehicles Safe as Hurricane Frances Approaches
- St. Paul Travelers Mobilizes Catastrophe Team in Florida
September 1, 2004