Insurance News from March 13, 2006
News
Tillinghast Study: U.S. Tort Costs Reach a Record $260 Billion
U.S. tort costs reached a record $260 billion in 2004, or approximately $886 per...
International News
Hurricanes Hit Catlin’s 2005 Net; Down 87% to $19.66 Million
The U.K.'s Catlin Group Limited joined other companies who fell victim to this recent...
East News
Insurers for Lead Paint Makers Move to Limit Costs in R.I. Cleanup
Insurers for three former lead paint manufacturers are seeking to drop or limit...
West News
Colorado Emergency Medical Payments Coverage Bill Killed in Committee
Legislation forcing Colorado drivers to purchase additional emergency medical insurance...
Southeast News
PCI Renewing Call for Stronger Building Codes in Fla. Panhandle
Residents in Florida's Panhandle will remain vulnerable to the destructive forces of...
Texas / South Central News
$1.5M in Wildfire Loss Grants Issued for Oklahoma Individuals
Checks totaling more than $1,600,000 are in the hands of residents who qualify for...
Midwest News
Cracker Barrel to Fork Over $2M for Harassment at 3 Ill. Restaurants
Federal District Judge Charles Norgle, Sr. has entered a $2 million consent decree...