Satellite Agency Network Group, Inc. (SAN), the largest alliance of independent insurance agencies in the Northeast, celebrated the achievements of its top-performing member agencies with the 2025 SAN Awards of Excellence, recognizing performance during 2024.
Author: Maria Valdez Haubrich
New Stanford Survey Reveals Californians’ Deep Concerns Over Home Insurance Crisis and Economy
A sweeping new survey from the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research (SIEPR) paints a vivid picture of Californians’ growing unease — not only about their ability to secure affordable home insurance, but also about the broader economic outlook facing the Golden State.
Louisiana Bill Seeks to Limit Roofers’ Role in Insurance Claims
Louisiana lawmakers are moving forward with a controversial proposal that could significantly change how roofing contractors interact with homeowners after storms.
Climate Resilience Through Insurance Innovation
In a significant step toward climate resilience, California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara is backing new legislation designed to protect underserved communities from the escalating impacts of climate-related disasters.
Insurance Industry Leaders Unite at 2025 IICF Philanthropic Roundtable
On April 24, 2025, in Los Angeles, the Insurance Industry Charitable Foundation (IICF) brought together an impressive cohort of industry leaders for the 2025 IICF Philanthropic Roundtable — a flagship event celebrating the power of giving back.
Legal Advertising and Fraud Blamed for Rising Auto Insurance Costs in New Jersey
In a recent opinion piece, vp of the New Jersey Civil Justice Institute, argues that escalating auto insurance premiums in New Jersey are being driven by factors that nearly destabilized the market in the past — namely, insurance fraud and aggressive legal advertising.
Cybercrime Surges in 2024: Ransomware and Cryptocurrency Fraud Drive Record Losses
Cybercrime inflicted unprecedented financial damage in 2024, with the FBI reporting a staggering $16.6 billion in total losses — an alarming 33% increase over the previous year.
Clearspeed Named Winner of The 2025 FinTech Awards for Best FinTech for Corporate Insurance
Clearspeed, the leader in voice-based risk assessment technology, has been named the winner in The 2025 FinTech Awards program for Best FinTech for Corporate Insurance.
California’s Wildfire Insurance Crisis: Why a Public Risk Model Could Be the Game-Changer
California’s escalating wildfire threat — fueled by climate change and human development — is straining the insurance market, but a new public risk model could reshape premium calculations and offer homeowners better protection.
USG Announces Hire of Ken Bates in Anaconda, MT
USG Insurance Services, Inc., a prominent national wholesaler and MGA, is pleased to announce the addition of Ken Bates to its US Satellite branch.