William Jones

By: Volume 105, No. 12

Soft or hard market? The insurance industry takes stock of pricing in the post-bailout era.

Your insureds have a daughter who is getting married, and friends with a beautiful lake home have offered their place for the reception. Concerned about personal liability, your insureds check their homeowners policy, but the definition of “insured locati

I like to think of myself a culinary connoisseur. I’ve dined on the finest fare my city has to offer—from endive salads to salads in dives (the goat cheese and walnut salad at Bob’s Bar& Billiards is surprisingly delicious). So I felt compelled to sample

This year’s election proved to be one of the most historic in recent history as a sitting U.S. Senator earned the presidency for the first time since 1960. President-elect Barack Obama scored a decisive win, and Democrats increased their majorities in bot

There has been some concern lately about the decline of brands, with a variety of news articles and editorials prematurely reporting their demise…

Growing up, I often observed my father in action as a medical doctor. He worked long hours and upon arriving home, and after having dinner, he routinely returned phone calls to his patients. There were also many occasions when he grabbed his black bag and

No one wants to leave money on the table. So what if a few simple questions could determine—within minutes—whether your agency is maximizing every opportunity? In the past, an independent agent could easily survive as an order taker and service provider.

By: Volume 105, No. 11

The struggling economy takes its toll on commercial lines— but agents are fighting back.