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Insurance Industry Memorial Day weekend road safety tips

The Memorial Day weekend brings masses of holiday travelers out on the road, and that unfortunately means more accidents. While this should not dissuade you from traveling by car this weekend, here are some driving safety tips to keep in mind.

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Disasters + Preparedness Tornado facts and safety
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Florida has passed AOB reform – but will it be enough?
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Homeowners + Renters Insurance Understanding the insurance claims payment process
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The Age of Extreme Weather
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Publications Settling insurance claims after a disaster

Following a disaster, it's important understand how to file an insurance claim to help uou get back on your feet.  This article explains in depth how to file a claim, how the claim process works, and what's covered and what's not. 

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Learn how to insure your children's college tuition
Other Insurance Topics Boat insurance and safety
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Auto Insurance Safety tips for teen drivers
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Homeowners Spotlight on: Flood insurance
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Insight + Analysis

Insurance Industry 2018 - Commentary on year-end financial results

For the U.S. property/casualty (P/C) insurance industry, 2018 was a year of unusual experience. Results were good in comparison with 2017—but 2017 was a horrible year. Premiums, investment income and profits rose, buoyed by a surprisingly strong U.S. economy, but interest rates sagged, and fears of a looming recession grew.

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A rocky road so far: Recreational marijuana and impaired driving
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I.I.I. expert predicts 2019 hurricane season slightly below-average
2019 Insurance Fact Book available
I.I.I. Economic Snapshot: Quarterly P/C Industry Snapshot
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I.I.I. Glossary

INTERNET INSURER- An insurer that sells exclusively via the Internet.

EQUITY- In investments, the ownership interest of shareholders. In a corporation, stocks as opposed to bonds.

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I.I.I. News Wire

I.I.I. Economist to Lead Silicon Valley Working Group on Extreme Weather

For immediate release New York Press Office: 212-346-5500; media@iii.org  NEW YORK, May 21, 2019— Dr. Michel Léonard, CBE, vice president and senior economist with the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) was today appointed by the Silicon Valley Insurance Accelerator (SVIA) to lead it… Read More

I.I.I.: Know Your Boat’s Insurance Coverage from Stem to Stern

For immediate release New York Press Office: 212-346-5500; media@iii.org  NEW YORK, May 16, 2019—With National Safe Boating Week (May 18-24) days away, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) reminds boat owners to secure the right type and amount of coverage for their recreational vessel.… Read More

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Events Calendar

I.I.I. 2019 June Board Meeting
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11
2019
Location: Washington, D.C. Please email valerieg@iii.org for more information.
IICF Women in Insurance Conference
June
12
2019
Since its inception in 2013, the IICF Women in Insurance Global Conference has drawn more than 6,000 men and women. This year’s theme, Gender Equity in a Changing World – What You Do Matters!, will deliver three days of leading global experts and engaging panel discussions, along with interactive workshops and stellar networking opportunities. Location: New York, NY; Website
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