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15 05, 2024

FDIC Chair Gruenberg Apologizes for Agency Culture, Commits to Fixes

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U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Chairman Martin Gruenberg on Wednesday said he was deeply sorry for a toxic workplace culture and his own mistreatment of employees. Testifying before Congress, Gruenberg said he accepted the findings of an independent report that …

10 05, 2024

Florida’s HCI Group Reports Another Healthy Quarter

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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — HCI Group Inc. (HCI) on Wednesday reported first-quarter profit of $47.6 million, which follows a $38 million profit for Q4 2023. The Tampa-based company said it had profit of $3.81 per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring …

14 05, 2024

Governor Signs Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Act Into Law

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Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has signed into law Monday a bill, which aims to provide financial grants to construct or retrofit homes, making them more resilient against the destructive forces of tornadoes, windstorms and hail. Under the new law, known …

10 05, 2024

Inszone Acquires Texas’ Brazos Valley Insurance Agency

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Inszone Insurance Services announced its 15th acquisition in the state of Texas with the successful integration of Brazos Valley Insurance Agency. The move further solidifies Inszone’s commitment to enhancing its presence in the Texas market and marks another significant milestone …

15 05, 2024

Ardonagh Specialty Rebrands Reinsurance Business as ‘Price Forbes Re’

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Ardonagh Specialty announced it is naming its reinsurance business Price Forbes Re. The renaming of Inver Re in London and Bermuda and Equinox Re in the US follows the simplification of Ardonagh Specialty’s multiple brands in 2023, with Price Forbes …

15 05, 2024

Advocates Demand Investigation into Missouri Boarding School Abuse Allegations

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ST. LOUIS (AP) — Advocates for victims of abuse at Missouri boarding schools on Monday urged the state’s attorney general to launch an investigation, work with local prosecutors and take other steps aimed at stemming the tide of abuse. Three …

10 05, 2024

Wisconsin Wedding Barns Sue Over State’s New Liquor Law Requiring Licensing

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MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A pair of Wisconsin wedding barns sued the state Tuesday seeking to block enactment of a new law that requires them to get liquor licenses similar to other establishments that host events. Owners and operators of …

10 05, 2024

Insurers Like California Governor’s Statement About Expedited Rate Filings

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Insurers are applauding a move by California Gov. Gavin Newsom to try and expedite the insurance rate filing process. Newsom made the proposal in a trailer bill on the state’s budget. It was mentioned in a press conference to talk …

15 05, 2024

Louisiana Department of Insurance Offers Guidance Following Severe Storms

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Severe storms killed three people and caused significant damage in southwest Louisiana Monday. At least one EF3 tornado hit Lake Charles, officials said. The St. Martin Parish coroner reports that a female died in Cecilia after a camper rolled over …

13 05, 2024

Pennsylvania to Ban Driver Cell Phone Use, Require Reporting of Traffic Stop Data

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Pennsylvania will join the majority of states that ban motorists from handling a cell phone for almost any purpose while driving, as backers of the legislation hope to reduce distracted driving accidents and deaths after nearly two decades of pressing …