King Risk Partners and Alera Group make acquisitions

“This collaboration further diversifies and expands Root’s offerings across distribution channels,” said Alex Timm, Root’s co-founder and CEO. “Our partnership channel has seen new writings increase 115% year-over-year as our pipeline continues to expand across the automotive, financial services, and agent sub-channels.” Source link

The ruling, issued April 28, 2025, by the Indiana Court of Appeals, stems from a 2018 car accident in Bartholomew County. Lee Naylor, the injured party, was insured by Shelter under a policy that included underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage with a $100,000 per-person limit. The other driver, Mary Siener, was covered by State Farm, which…

Meanwhile, the adjusted EBITDA loss for the quarter was $47 million, in line with company guidance, which included an estimated $22 million adverse impact from the California wildfires. Net loss was $62.4 million, or $0.86 per share, compared to $47.3 million, or $0.67 per share, in the first quarter of 2024. Source link

In the latest edition of Insurance Business TV, join Daniel Mogelnicki, of Westfield Specialty, as he examines the state of the E&O and MPL market. In this interview he delves into the specific opportunities in MPL classes, and offers tips for brokers operating in the space. Source link

The ACLI has supported a transparent, data-driven approach to RBC processes, Haughawout said, adding that the task force is well-positioned to advance this effort. She also noted that the task force’s first organization call had more than 300 participants, reflecting significant interest in its work.  Source link

Not every broker wants to run toward hard-to-place risks. In a tough market, where even standard lines like auto liability require creativity and layered placements, the wholesale distribution market has experienced significant growth, driven by increasing demand for specialized insurance solutions. However, this rising demand has not simplified deal closures, particularly for new businesses. Source…