Insurance Providers

Western States News

October 25, 2008

California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner accepted a more moderate 5 percent increase in workman’s compensation while rejecting the Workers Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau’s (WCIRB) request for an increase of sixteen percent as a benchmark for determining workers' compensation costs. The request for the increase reflects the demands of higher medical costs and the impact of claims adjustment costs to the system.

With the way the economy is today it is difficult for many average two income families to meet the everyday financial demands of life. Every household across the country is affected. In this state of affairs, it is vital for families to be protected with life insurance in case one of those two incomes is lost due to death. It is more important than ever that you do not go unprotected for the sake of your spouse and children.

October 27, 2008

During the third quarter of 2008, commercial property and casualty premiums have continued their downward slide. There are however, according to commercial insurance brokers, suggestions that for small and mid-sized accounts, the market decline may have reached a peak, as seen between July and September.

October 2008

In an effort to find affordable health insurance rates, many are turning to health insurance consultants for help. An insurance consultant said, "The best way to find affordable, low-cost health insurance is to have an employer-sponsored group health insurance plan."

“Shop till you drop,” sums it up. Call and email insurance companies and get more than a few car insurance quotes. Don’t be surprised when you find quotes differing by hundreds of pounds.

Take out more than one insurance policy. Many insurance companies provide insurances for a variety of covers, such as home insurance, contents insurance, life insurance, pet insurance and every type of insurance you can think of. Buying a few different products from one company can provide you with a significant discount.