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“Before the collapse, this carrier was willing to take on significant portions of coverage, sometimes assuming 40-60% of a placement on a quota-share basis,” he told Insurance Business. “However, after the incident, they have reassessed their approach. Now, they are cutting back their limits—where they once provided $250 million in coverage, they may now only…
Connecticut Senate passes bill on expanding state insurance commissioner’s authority
Jim Carson, legislative director for the department, said a separate proposal backed by Governor Phil Scott offers a more consistent approach. Under that bill, the department would maintain its existing review process but include an additional step allowing the commissioner to assess whether a rate is affordable. If a proposed rate exceeded the benchmark and…
Falvey Insurance Group general counsel steps down after 26 years
During his tenure, Falvey established and led the company’s legal department, overseeing matters related to underwriting, loss prevention, claims recoveries, and regulatory compliance. He also developed Falvey’s legal internship program, supporting the firm’s engagement with legal education and talent development. Source link
US car thefts see largest drop in years
Despite an 18% decline, the District of Columbia had the highest vehicle theft rate in the country, with 842.4 thefts per 100,000 residents, more than three times the national average of 250.2 per 100,000. Other states with high theft rates included California at 463.2 per 100,000 residents, New Mexico at 458.2, Colorado at 430.0, and…
Hamilton Global Specialty names new underwriter for Syndicate 4000
The appointments come amid broader leadership changes at Hamilton. In February, the company named Mike Thorp as head of space and Chris Golder as head of treaty. Thorp, who joined Hamilton in 2015, was instrumental in launching its space underwriting business. Golder, who came on board in 2023, has 16 years of experience in the…
Illinois bill proposes major shakeup in title insurance oversight
A newly introduced bill in the Illinois General Assembly aims to significantly alter the regulatory oversight of the title insurance industry. Senate Bill 2648, introduced by Sen. Bill Cunningham, proposes shifting enforcement authority from the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) to the Department of Insurance (DOI). This strategic move could streamline insurance oversight…