Maryland State Lawmakers Consider Insurance-Related Bills
Read highlights of the insurance-related bills receiving legislators’ attention as the 2021 session nears its close.
Agent Headlines
Alert: Pre-Litigation Letters Hitting Agency Mailboxes
Is your agency among those which received a pre-litigation demand letter asserting its website does not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Fair Housing Act? If so, contact us.
IA&B Testifies Before Delaware State Lawmakers
IA&B this week testified on two pieces of insurance legislation – one which would suspend certain uninsured driving fines and another which would address “storm chasers.”
Bedivere & Merged Companies (Including Ex-One Beacon) Liquidated
Agents who have business with Bedivere Insurance Company must review their duties and deadlines in light of the company’s liquidation.
How to Comply with New PA Training Requirement
Carry the Life line of authority in Pennsylvania? Learn how to meet the commonwealth’s new annuities training requirement (impacts non-residents).
Licensee Liable for ‘Deceptive’ Conduct
The PA Supreme Court ruled “intent to deceive or defraud” is not required for plaintiffs claiming a violation of Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law “catch-all” provision.
Updates on PA COVID-19 Mitigation Efforts
Read the latest guidance impacting insurance agencies, including telecommuting recommendations, safety requirements, and restrictions on customer visits.
Potential Impact of the PRO Act
Legislation which seeks to change the definition of “independent contractor” passed the U.S. House last week.
MIA Addresses Producers’ Role amid USPS Delays
The Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) this week issued a bulletin advising producers to assist customers in light of mail delays.
Effort to Exempt Insurance Producers from Reclassification
Legislation which seeks to change the definition “independent contractor” passed the U.S. House this week. Our federal government affairs team – the Big “I” – is seeking an exemption for insurance agents and financial advisors.