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Stay Connected: Join the Monthly Government Affairs Call

​As an independent insurance agent, it’s important to stay informed about legislative and regulatory developments that affect your business – both in Hartford and in Washington, D.C. That’s why we host…

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To Tell or Not To Tell an Insurer About a Young Driver

Question from a member: The age-old question… client adds a third car… child just got licensed… ​Answer: I’ll answer the questions in order. Obligated to add the child. Since the insurer is…

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Big I CT Meets With Insurance Dept. On Climate Risk Tool

The Connecticut Insurance Department (CID) last week gave Big I Connecticut a demonstration of its new consumer Climate Risk Mapping Tool. Big I CT board members and staff took part in the presentation. The…

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How to Spot and Avoid Roofing Contractor Scams

​Brought to you by our friends at Arbella Insurance​. ​Picture this: You’re relaxing at home when someone calls you or knocks on your door. They claim they’re from a roofing company…

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Workers’ Comp Loss Costs To Drop 3.8%

​The Connecticut Insurance Department has approved an average 3.8% decrease in Workers’ Compensation voluntary loss costs efffective January 1. The department announced on Oct. 27 that it had approved the latest filing from the…

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CID: Retail Agents Must Still Make Surplus Lines Diligent Effort

Recently enacted legislation had only a minor effect on Connecticut’s surplus lines diligent effort requirement, according to a recent Insurance Department announcement. Connecticut law imposes requirements on a licensed surplus lines…

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