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Operating a used car dealership involves unique challenges and risks that require specific insurance coverage. Jason McConkey, the Director of Transportation at Central Insurance, recently shared valuable insights about the importance of having the right insurance for used car dealers. Whether running a small, independent dealership or a larger, multi-state operation, protecting your business from … Read more

In 2017, when Republicans in Congress tried to repeal the Affordable Care Act and cut Medicaid, many doctors, hospitals, and patient advocates came together to fight back. Fast forward to today, and two major groups—the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Health Care Association (AHCA), which represents nursing homes—are taking a quieter approach as … Read more

Marsh and Specialist Risk Group (SRG) have both announced significant appointments that are set to enhance their leadership teams and drive growth in their respective markets. Marsh has named Andrew George as the new president of Marsh Specialty, effective immediately. Based in London, George will report directly to Martin South, the president and CEO of … Read more

Allstate Corp. has announced that Andréa Carter will take on the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer starting May 12, 2025. Based in Northbrook, Illinois, Allstate is looking to Carter to help shape its strategy for building a strong and connected workforce. Tom Wilson, the Chair, President, and CEO of Allstate, … Read more

Four voters in Wisconsin are taking legal action after their ballots were not counted in the recent presidential election. They have filed a class-action lawsuit seeking $175,000 each in damages. These voters were part of a group of 193 in Madison whose ballots were misplaced by the city clerk. The issue was not discovered until … Read more

In 2025, the landscape of professional risks is set to change significantly, as highlighted in a recent panel discussion featuring experts from leading firms like WTW, Aon, and Marsh. The panel, which took place as part of the Professional Risks Power Panel series, focused on the evolving challenges and opportunities in the errors and omissions … Read more

PIB Group, a specialist insurance intermediary supported by Apax and The Carlyle Group, has made an important move by acquiring Litica, a Managing General Agent (MGA) focused on litigation insurance. This acquisition, announced on March 10, 2025, is a significant step for PIB as it aims to strengthen its presence in the growing litigation insurance … Read more

A serious incident occurred in the North Sea this morning when a tanker carrying 18,000 tonnes of jet fuel for the US military was struck by a container ship. The collision triggered explosions and a large fire, prompting a major rescue operation involving 37 crew members from both vessels. The accident took place shortly before … Read more

U.S. commercial insurance rates continued to rise, but the pace of increases showed signs of slowing down in the fourth quarter of 2024. This information comes from WTW’s latest Commercial Lines Insurance Pricing Survey (CLIPS), which provides insights into the insurance market. In the fourth quarter, carriers reported an average price increase of 5.6%. This … Read more

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has made a significant shift in its legal stance regarding the removal of its members. The agency, which oversees labor rights for private-sector workers, is no longer defending a law that protects its appointees from being fired at will by the president. This change comes as President Donald Trump … Read more