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No-Fault Auto Insurance Reform

According to a recent statewide poll commissioned by the Coalition for Auto Insurance Reform (CAIR), an overwhelming number of Michigan voters believe their auto insurance premiums are too high and support no-fault reform legislation that would lower their auto insurance costs. The poll revealed that voters are concerned about the high cost auto insurance – 70 percent said their auto insurance premiums were too high. The belief that auto insurance rates are too high is shared by voters across all age groups, political parties and beliefs, especially among the following demographics: 88 percent of Detroiters 75 percent blue collar workers… Read More »No-Fault Auto Insurance Reform

Northern California Business Owner Sentenced For Premium Fraud

A Northern California business owner has been sentenced for workers’ compensation insurance premium fraud and pay over $2 million in restitution to insurers, the California Department of Insurance announced on Wednesday. Teresa R. of Redwood City, Calif., who originally plead no contest to eight felony counts, was sentenced in San Mateo County Superior Court to serve one year in jail, five years of probation as well as being ordered to pay over $2 million in restitution to the insurers that she defrauded. In 2011 R.f was president of Genesis Building Services Inc. which operated a janitorial and pest control company… Read More »Northern California Business Owner Sentenced For Premium Fraud

Workers Comp. Requirements in North Carolina

Workers’ compensation insurance is required in all 50 states, and North Carolina law requires businesses with three or more employees to buy insurance to cover expenses related to workplace injuries. The North Carolina Industrial Commission is tasked with administering the Workers’ Compensation Act. Despite the statutory requirements, an April 2012 Raleigh News & Observer investigation revealed that at least 30,000 North Carolina businesses are not providing the required workers’ comp coverage required. Employee misclassification and the misuse of workers’ comp ghost policies have become topics of concern among state regulators, government officials, the business community and the public. So-called “ghost” policies are… Read More »Workers Comp. Requirements in North Carolina

Coming Soon: Assault Weapons Liability for Sellers and Owners

A 2005 federal law that protects gun makers and sellers from liability for crimes committed with their products. But Democratic Senate President John Morse said he crafted the legislation to avoid legal challenges by setting different standards of liability for shooters, gun makers and sellers. Liability would be stricter for a shooter because attorneys would not have to prove negligence, according to summary of the language that will be included in the bill. Individuals would also be held liable if they were negligent and an assault weapon they owned was used in a crime. Sellers and manufacturers would be liable… Read More »Coming Soon: Assault Weapons Liability for Sellers and Owners

Insurance For Auto Dealers

We are happy to partner with an A rated admitted carrier to provide insurance for auto dealers including new and used franchised, non-franchised, with and without repair operations (as known as garagekeeper’s liability). The policy is written on a ISO Garage Coverage Form CA 00050306. Garage liability provides protection for bodily injury and property damage claims for which your dealership is held liable. Garage Liability is the foundation of any automobile dealer’s insurance program. Structured as a hybrid of automobile liability and premises liability, this essential protection is normally required by DMV to comply with license requirements. The following Covered… Read More »Insurance For Auto Dealers

California Relaxes Laws so Entrepreneurs Can Sell Homemade Food

AB 1616 or the California Homemade Food Law relaxes the rules around community-based food production in private kitchens, provided certain regulations are met. California is taking its lead from 32 other states that have already passed similar legislation. If you want to sell you homemade food you most likely want to acquire an insurance policy that would cover such exposures (general and product liability) and operations (3rd party liability, kitchen coverage etc). Get instant insurance quotes online and compare coverage at https://www.paperless-insurance.com

Traveling Tips for the Holiday Season

The holiday season is probably one of the busiest for the majority of us, for many reasons. Add any holiday travel plans into the mix and stress levels can begin to rise. With stricter security guidelines and long lines, it’s easy to focus merely on making it to your destination. However, this time of year is also busy for thieves who will often seize opportunities when the unsuspecting victim is distracted or otherwise unaware of his or her surroundings. Stay vigilant this year when traveling for the holidays by using the tips below, and ensure your holidays stay as they… Read More »Traveling Tips for the Holiday Season

The Growing Problem of Medical Identity Theft

The growing problem of medical identity theft and the havoc it wreaks with its victims is highlighted in a recent Bloomberg article. Medical identity theft victims are usually reticent to share the details of the crime since the theft is felt as such a personal violation. Details of the theft are shared here, as well as ID Experts’ investigative and restoration efforts on the victim’s behalf, including the challenges to unraveling the tangled web of medical identity theft. “Arnold Salinas knows a lot about the person who stole his identity. He’s 5-foot-9, 190 pounds. He pays for pizzas with forged… Read More »The Growing Problem of Medical Identity Theft

U.S. Releases New Health Insurance Reform Rules

The U.S. administration proposed new health insurance rules aimed at ending discrimination against the sick and guaranteeing minimum benefits for millions of Americans who are expected to obtain coverage under President Barack Obama’s healthcare reform law. The rules, unveiled by Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, provide states and insurers with details about how the Obama administration intends to achieve its long-stated goals of guaranteeing access to those with preexisting conditions and making affordable coverage available to families through new online health insurance exchanges. The administration also proposed rules laying out new consumer protections for wellness and other preventive… Read More »U.S. Releases New Health Insurance Reform Rules

Ensure Your Inventory is On Time

1. Perfect your plan Every savvy shopper has a plan for buying the perfect gifts. Do you have a plan for making sure those must-have gifts are available on your shelves throughout the shopping season? Now is the time to know which products will be in big demand and plan your holiday sales strategy so those key items are available. Your plan should include: Identifying which products make up the largest portion of your sales Making arrangements with suppliers to have those products available before and during the start of the holiday shopping season Knowing your options or limitations for… Read More »Ensure Your Inventory is On Time