Bipartisan Bill Targets Staged Auto Accident Fraud Nationwide
A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would make staging motor vehicle accidents for insurance payments a federal crime.
Legal and Compliance
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in August
Independent Agent magazine explored how tort reform is beginning to counteract the impacts of legal system abuse, litigation financing and nuclear verdicts.
Telematics and Tort Reform Can Curb Commercial Auto Losses
As commercial auto insurance challenges persist, the industry is increasingly leveraging telematics and supporting proposals to address third-party litigation funding.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in July
July brought the news that the property & casualty industry’s 2025 underwriting results were the strongest in a decade.
Legislation to Crack Down on Staged Accidents Introduced
The bill would help deter insurance fraud, reduce unnecessary litigation costs and ease the pressure of rising insurance premiums.
Ending a Client Relationship Without E&O Exposure
When ending a client relationship, agencies should focus on risk management, agency protection and maintaining coverage continuity during the transition.
Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in June
June highlighted 10 young agents making their mark on the insurance industry. And the Big ‘I’ 2026 Market Share Report shows that, despite market headwinds, the independent agency channel is holding strong.
Presenting the Best Picture of a Commercial Client’s Risk
With commercial lines competition intensifying, the onus is on independent agents to present the best picture of a client’s risk.
New York Tackles Auto Insurance Fraud and Legal System Abuse
The bills signed into law last week address some of the core factors that have driven exorbitant auto insurance premiums in New York.
4 Personal Lines Trends That Increase E&O Exposure
In today’s personal lines environment, operational challenges are not just business hurdles; they can also translate into rising errors & omissions exposure for independent agents.
