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A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives would make staging motor vehicle accidents for insurance payments a federal crime.

A new Big “I” survey finds consumers embrace AI-powered service but still want the expertise and guidance of a dedicated human insurance agent.

The Big “I” supports a long-term reauthorization of the NFIP and recognizes the importance of a modernized program to increase take-up rates in both the NFIP and the private market.

While the first half of 2026 saw strong underwriting results, certain lines of business remained challenged and regional catastrophe exposures still poses significant long-term risk.

Independent Agent magazine explored how tort reform is beginning to counteract the impacts of legal system abuse, litigation financing and nuclear verdicts.

Aon has agreed to buy USI Insurance Services in a move to enhance its presence in the growing U.S. middle-market segment.

To date, no major hurricanes have made landfall in the U.S. during the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Does a quiet year signal that hurricane risk is easing? The evidence suggests no.

Continued wage growth across major trades reflected ongoing skilled labor shortages, capacity limitations and a demand for specialized construction services.

Almost 2 in 3 independent insurance agents used AI on the job at least a few times in the past year, making agency governance all the more crucial.

Best Practices agencies continue to deliver excellent profitability above pre-pandemic historical averages, even as organic growth slowed due to a softening property & casualty market.