Insurance News

• GOP governors move to end enhanced unemployment benefits
  
  A growing number of GOP governors have said they will end increased unemployment insurance benefits, citing workforce shortages.
  CBS News.  Tuesday, 11 May 2021.
• Do I need over-50s life insurance or can I take out any policy?
  
  I have had a look around and seen lots of over-50s products. Is there anything that makes this kind of life insurance better for someone over 50?
  Daily Mail.  Tuesday, 11 May 2021.
• Britain's 'crash for cash' scam capitals revealed as Birmingham and Bradford
  
  The Insurance Fraud Bureau says single gangs can be behind thousands of orchestrated collisions in some areas, with the combined value running into millions of pounds.
  Daily Mail.  Tuesday, 11 May 2021.
• Car insurance: 170,000 claims linked to 'crash for cash' gangs
  
  Villagers are advised to be vigilant about Bradford and Birmingham, where scam hotspots are located.
  BBC News.  Monday, 10 May 2021.
• New health care company could shake up the industry
  
  Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway and JPMorgan Chase announced plans to create a new health care company aimed at tackling rising insurance costs. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains how it could impact the economy.
  CBS News.  Monday, 10 May 2021.
• Liz Weston: You may be entitled to free health insurance now
  
  The latest coronavirus relief package did more than dole out $1,400 checks. The law also made health insurance free for millions more people and reduced costs for others, at least for now. ...
  Washington Times.  Monday, 10 May 2021.
• The Latest: Employee sickness rates below average in Germany
  
  BERLIN - A large German health insurance provider says the number of days working-age people called in sick during the first three months of 2021 hit a 13-year low as hygiene and distancing rules prevented the spread of other illnesses. ...
  Washington Times.  Monday, 10 May 2021.
• Raimondo Downplays Impact Of Unemployment Benefits On Low Jobs Numbers, Later Backtracks
  
  'This unemployment insurance has been a lifeline.'
  Daily Caller.  Sunday, 9 May 2021.
• There are more reasons this year to check your homeowners insurance ahead of severe summer weather
  
  As weather-related events become more severe and costly, it's important to make sure you have sufficient coverage if your home gets damaged or destroyed.
  CNBC.  Friday, 7 May 2021.
• Alleghany (Y) Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
  
  Alleghany (Y) Q1 earnings benefit from better results at the Reinsurance and Alleghany Capital segments but a soft performance at the Insurance segment bothers.
  Zacks.  Friday, 7 May 2021.
• Reinsurance Group (RGA) Q1 Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat
  
  Reinsurance Group (RGA) Q1 results reflect adverse impact of significant level of COVID-19 mortality claims.
  Zacks.  Friday, 7 May 2021.
• Accurate Group acquires Coast to Coast Title & Escrow
  
  The deal expands Accurate Group's presence in the Southeast and strengthens its national title insurance and closing capabilities.
  Inman.  Wednesday, 5 May 2021.
• Covid: What are my money-back rights for holidays abroad?
  
  Quarantine-free overseas holidays may soon be possible, but what are my refund and travel insurance rights?
  BBC News.  Wednesday, 5 May 2021.
• Column: A telemarketer. An Alzheimer's patient. A health insurance nightmare
  
  A SoCal woman with Alzheimer's was convinced by a telemarketer to switch health insurers. Untangling that became a huge challenge for her family.
  Los Angeles Times.  Tuesday, 4 May 2021.
• Hit by higher prices for protective gear, doctors and dentists want insurers to pay
  
  Some doctors and dentists, facing higher costs for personal protective equipment while seeing fewer patients, say insurance companies must step up.
  Los Angeles Times.  Tuesday, 4 May 2021.

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