November 17, 2008
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Contractors & Builders; Nonprofits/Social Services/ Public Entities; Top Personal Lines Retail Agencies
In this Issue
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FeaturesWashington Not Likely to Focus Much on P/C Agents in 2009
Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler, the 64-year-old Democrat,... -
FeaturesTough Economic Times Could Force Salary Freezes in Southern California
Given today's tough economic times, most insurance agencies and... -
DeclarationsDeclarations
Financial Myth "This is a financially dangerous myth. ... Just... -
Editor's NoteOpportunity Management
As the impact of the global economic crisis takes hold, a quarter of... -
FeaturesNow is Not the Time for Insurance Industry Retreat
The word change has been largely embraced by the country this... -
FeaturesKreidler, Lindeen Take Top Insurance Regulator Spots
Mike Kreidler and Monica Lindeen have won the elections for top... -
People & PlacesPeople
New York-based Navigators Group hired Paul Hennessy as president of... -
FeaturesStrategic Planning for an Increasing Direct Writer Marketplace
The traditional role of an insurance agent in the sale of insurance... -
FeaturesArizona Voters Reject Homeowners Bill of Rights
Arizona voters overwhelming rejected Proposition 201, dubbed the... -
FeaturesSan Diego Voters Reject Fire Tax
Wildfires claimed more lives and homes in San Diego than any other... -
Business MovesBusiness Moves
Employers Holdings, AmCOMP Reno, Nev.-based Employers Holdings Inc.,... -
FeaturesDon’t Just Translate It
Why Advertising for Hispanic Consumers Should be Written in Spanish... -
Closing QuoteMemo to Insurance Producers: Get Ready to Produce More in 2009
Although the economy is in serious trouble, nothing has changed. You... -
It FiguresIt Figures
$150 Billion Amount the U.S. government dramatically boosted its... -
FeaturesPublic Entities Use Early Intervention to Improve Workers’ Comp Results
Public entities nationwide are searching for new strategies to... -
FeaturesWanted: Agencies Focusing on Hispanic Market
Arizona, California, Nevada High on List of States for Agency... -
FeaturesStudy: California Earthquake Could Cause $200 Billion in Losses
If a magnitude 7.0 earthquake occurred on California's Hayward Fault,... -
FeaturesBrooke Corp. Troubles Continue as Stock is Sold
Kansas Franchise Group Faces Lawsuits in Multiple States Amid the... -
FeaturesPiracy Attacks Boost Demand for Kidnap and Ransom Coverage
Pirate attacks on the world's shipping have been increasing at an... -
FeaturesWhat the 2008 Election Means for California’s Insurance Agents
For those of you who weren't aware, the November 4th election brought...
National Coverage
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New MarketsNew Markets
The following markets were selected from the MyNewMarkets database of... -
FeaturesWhen It Comes to Crane Safety, It’s Not Safety First but Safety Always
Recognize Challenges, Develop a Plan and Start an Effective Crane... -
FeaturesGreen Building: New Benefits for Society and New Challenges for Risk Management
As society becomes more environmentally conscious, as energy prices... -
FeaturesSensible Success
Focusing on One Industry Has Allowed Construction Specialist Allied... -
FeaturesInsurance Industry’s Political Contributions to Democrats Spike in 2008
Political contributions to Democratic candidates in the 2008 election... -
FeaturesCEO of New Marsh Retail Agency Sees Lean, Nimble Operation
New Nationwide Entity to Target Smaller U.S.-Based Companies with... -
FeaturesSurvey: What Keeps Independent Agents Awake at Night?
Commissions, Technology, Agency Branding and Catastrophe Zones Rank... -
FeaturesHow to Control Construction Claims in a Collapsing Homebuilders’ Market
Working with Experienced Homebuilders, Rigorous Inspections and... -
FeaturesAttract and Win Social Services Business with Risk Management Strategies
How Insurance Professionals Can Be Valuable Advisors to Non-Profit... -
Growing Your Property Casualty Agency8 Ways to Jump Start Listless Agencies in Today’s Economy
These are the worst worldwide economic times in recent memory. Slow...
