Hoehne Joins Lockton Benefit Group in Minneapolis

Christine Hoehne has joined Lockton Benefit Group as an account executive in Lockton's International Benefit Services practice in

Connecticut Repair Shops Win $15 Million Against Insurer Over Appraisals

A Connecticut jury has awarded $15 million to automobile repair shop owners in their lawsuit accusing an affiliate of The Hartford Financial Services Group of unfair trade practices. The Stamford …

Pennsylvania Regulator to Fight Kingsway over Share Donations

The Pennsylvania Insurance Department said it will take legal action against Kingsway Financial Services Inc. over its attempt to divest Lincoln General Insurance Co

Trillium to Acquire Geneva Insurance

Arizona-based Trillium Management Services Inc. announced it will acquire Geneva Insurance Company Inc. of Indianapolis, Ind., in a transaction that is expected to close in December 2009.

The Hartford Reports 3Q Loss

The Hartford Financial Services Group reported a third quarter net loss of $220 million, compared with a net loss of $2.6 billion in the year-ago period. Written premiums for The Hartford's …

Michigan Driver Sues, Claims UPS Fired Her For Refusing Drug Delivery

A former United Parcel Services driver in Michigan who claims he was fired for refusing to deliver a package containing marijuana has filed a lawsuit against the delivery company. …

New Business Owners Product in California

Trinity E&S Services, Inc., with offices in Bermuda Dunes and Petaluma, Calif., is announcing the introduction of an E&S Business Owners Policy for retail agents in California that do not …

ACE Private Risk Offers Discounts for Home Water Damage Prevention

ACE Private Risk Services, part of the ACE Group, has a new program that will help its insurance clients with high-value homes save money for installing systems to prevent water damage. The …

Risk Services Expands Workers’ Compensation Program Unit Nationally

Florida-based Risk Services, a provider of traditional and alternative commercial insurance programs, has expanded its workers' compensation program administrator division nationally. Risk …

Contrarian Insurance Executive Hits Hartford’s CEO Choice as ‘Outsourcing’

The hiring of former Bank of America executive Liam McGee as the new chief executive officer of the Hartford Financial Services Group “elevates outsourcing to a new and dangerous level,” charges …

Torus Opens New Managing General Agency in Bermuda

Torus, a global specialty insurer, has established Torus (Bermuda) Services Ltd. as a Managing General Agent (MGA) in Bermuda for Torus Insurance (UK) Limited, to “provide enhanced service to its …

Marsh Acquires Bermuda Captive Management Advisory Company

Marsh Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of International Advisory Services Ltd

ISO Develops Green Building Insurance Endorsement for Commercial Properties

Insurance Services Office (ISO) has filed the property/casualty insurance industry's first standard coverage option for commercial property owners interested in rebuilding damaged property with …

Hawaii Group Buys Hurricane Insurer Zephyr from Kingsway

Toronto-based Kingsway Financial Services Inc. has agreed to sell Zephyr Insurance Co., Inc. to Zephyr Acquisition Co., an acquisition vehicle of Ocean Harbor Holding Inc.

Hendricks Holding Forms American Westbrook Insurance Services

Chicago-based Hendricks Holding Company Inc. formed American Westbrook Insurance Services LLC. American Westbrook has acquired the assets of Westbrook Financial Services Inc., an employee benefits …

Zurich Focuses on Insurance Solutions to Climate Risk Challenge

According to a new report published by Zurich Financial Services Group, “core insurance mechanisms of underwriting, claims management and asset management can play a central role” in dealing with …

Wells Fargo Insurance Services Names Samland Managing Director

Wells Fargo Insurance Services of Minnesota Inc. named Gina Samland managing director for its Nebraska, Iowa, and Kansas City, Kan.

Concannon To Head The Hartford’s P/C Sales & Distribution Organization

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) announced today that the company has promoted Michael Concannon, 47, has been promoted to executive vice president of The Hartford …

Concannon To Head The Hartford’s P/C Sales & Distribution Organization

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) announced today that the company has promoted Michael Concannon, 47, has been promoted to executive vice president of The Hartford …

Voltz Named Managing Director for Wells Fargo in Pennsylvania

Wells Fargo Insurance Services has named James Voltz managing director for its Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania office. In his new role, Voltz will oversee operations, carrier relationships, sales …

Business Insurance Now Internet Site Offers Hartford’s Home, Auto Coverage

Web-based insurance seller Business Insurance Now has signed with The Hartford Financial Services group to offer home and auto policies. “Many small-business owners share a desire to simplify,” …

Four Commercial Auto Endorsements Every Insured Should Consider

Insurance Services Office (ISO) lists more than 100 endorsements available for use with the business auto policy (BAP) (the total number varies by state). Out of that heap of policy-altering …

Korte Named Director of Fraud Investigation for Litigation Solutions

Jeff Korte been named director of the Special Investigative Unit for Litigation Solutions. Korte will manage unit, which offers SIU Programming, State Compliance & Reporting and other services …

Olivio Named Director of Strategic Group at Alan Gray Inc.

Alan Gray Inc. has named Jim Olivo as the director of its newly formed Strategic Advisory Group. The Boston-based firm provides claims management, auditing, accounting and other services to …

UMB Acquires St. Louis-based Chapman-Sander Insurance

UMB Financial Corporation affiliate UMB Scout Insurance Services Inc. is acquiring Chapman-Sander, an independently-owned insurance agency in St.

Ingram Named Information Officer for The Hartford’s P/C Busines

The Hartford Financial Services Group Inc. has named Robert Ingram senior vice president and chief information officer of its property and casualty operations' information technology …

Union General Insurance Offers Sport Camps Markets in California

Concord, Calif.-based Union General Insurance Services Inc. is offering to California agents a market for sport camps, leagues, and instructors

Wells Fargo Names Norick Practice Leader – Special Risks Nat’l. Equine

Wells Fargo Insurance Services has named Joseph Norick, based in Sherman Oaks, Calif., vice president and practice leader for Wells Fargo Special Risks' National Equine Group. He is …