John Lewis home insurance policy receives accolade of recommended provider
Posted on May 16th, 2012
The consumer watchdog Which? has given its seal of approval to the home insurance policy offered by the retailer John Lewis.
Which? only gives its approval to a limited number of companies and four criteria have to be met for Which? to recommend any home insurance provider . An organisation must demonstrate excellent customer service and a very high standard of insurance product. The company must also be registered with the Financial Services Authority (FSA) and further, the provider must provide a fast and simple process by which customers can receive a quote.
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Beazley introduces crime insurance product in US
Posted on May 16th, 2012
Lloyd’s insurer Beazley Group has introduced a new crime insurance policy in the US, which offers coverage limits of up to $25m for non-financial organisations.
The policy also insures against third party related losses for forgery, theft from premises or while in transit, counterfeit currency, and computer fraud. Options for client property, credit card and claims expense coverages are also available. The company’s crime offering targets commercial crime for companies in the healthcare, technology, media and business services, manufacturing, distribution and retail markets with greater than $500m in revenue.
Do Americans Lack Enough Life Insurance Protection?
Posted on May 10th, 2012
Do you feel you carry enough life insurance protection to fully cover your family in the event of an unexpected tragedy? According to a recent study conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, many Americans are concerned they dont have the financial protection they need.
So how does a family determine how much protection is truly necessary in the event of an unexpected loss?
The Ipsos Public Affairs report, sponsored by New York Life Insurance Company, revealed 53 percent of those surveyed (1,000 adults aged 30 and older) feel they are financially under-protected in terms of having money in savings accounts, emergency funds or life insurance policies.
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NFL sued for negligence by retired players
Posted on May 9th, 2012
The National Football League (NFL) in the US is reportedly facing a class action lawsuit from retired NFL players over claims that it ignored the link between on-field concussions and long-term brain injuries.
The 28 retired players, including former Hall of Famers Bob Lilly, Randy White and Rayfield Wright, claim that the NFL was negligent in its duty to protect players from repeated blows to the head and concussion, which could lead to serious brain injuries and health problems in later life.
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Seattle Small Business? Get Financed!
Posted on May 6th, 2012
- Are you thinking of starting a small business in Washington State?
- Are you thinking of investing in purchasing real estate (in which your business occupies at least 51%)?
- Are you (or will you be) a for-profit company?
Most Seattle businesses quality for a Small Business Administration loan to help get you started or get you the funds you need to help make your current business a success.
Small Business Administration loans can finance:
- Machinery and Equipment
- Inventory and working capital
- Business acquisitions
- Refinance of business debt
- Commercial real estate (new and refinance)
Christine Heckert, a Foundation Bank Small Business Administration expert, will both explain Small Business Administration programs and dispel myths about the loan process. L Full Post…
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Post-Antibiotic Era: Myth or Warning?
Posted on May 6th, 2012
Traveling anywhere away from home automatically includes getting international health insurance because it’s impossible to predict when a natural disaster will occur; when you will be infected with a bacteria ; or when you get into an accident and need medical treatment. The international medical insurance is one way to ensure that you get the quality in medical services that you are accustomed to.
However, the latest buzz from the World Health Organization (WHO) about a post antibiotic era has many talking. Could it be possible that antibiotics will no longer be effective some time in the future? W
Crump sells Life, Property & Casualty Insurance Divisions to BB&T
Posted on April 5th, 2012
Crump Group Insurance (CGI) has decided to sell its life insurance and property and casualty insurance divisions to BB&T along with the rights to the Crump name.
The acquisition of CGI is expected to double BB&T’s wholesale insurance business with increased access to greater resources and capabilities.
After this transaction, the company’s retirement services division Ascensus will continue to operate independently.
As part of the transaction, CGI president and CEO John Howard will join in a senior leadership role and report to BB&T Insurance chairman and chief executive officer Wade Reece.
Crump Life Insurance Services president Brian Winikoff, and Crump Property & Casualty Services president Dave Obenauer will continue in their current roles.
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