Insurance News

Most consumers think they pay too much for car insurance11/16/2017

Here are some things that push up the cost of a policy

Survey shows millennials don't always understand their life insurance policies11/3/2017

Here are some things you should know

If you're a rideshare driver, check your insurance10/23/2017

Personal auto policies likely won't cover your rideshare drives, but policy extensions are available

Razed California crops expose blind spots in insurance and regulation10/13/2017

Vineyards and cannabis growers among the hardest-hit industries

Tax on healthcare policies set to resume next year10/6/2017

Senior advocacy group says Medicare Advantage policyholders will take the biggest hit

Why your travel insurance claim may be denied9/20/2017

Policies are very specific so you need to read the fine print

Employers urged to help workers manage rising healthcare costs9/20/2017

Survey suggests employees are unaware of some helpful tools

With federal flood insurance, corporations get a third of premiums and taxpayers get the bill9/11/2017

The insurance industry says they are doing the federal government a favor by participating in the National Flood Insurance Program, which is $24 billion in debt

Is it too late to buy travel insurance for a Florida trip?9/7/2017

Cancel For Any Reason policies may be an answer for a few

Realtors alarmed as flood insurance expiration looms9/6/2017

Congress urged to act quickly on package of reforms

Should you hire your own insurance claims adjuster?9/1/2017

You might end up with a larger settlement, but the fee can be high

Hurricane Harvey likely to swamp not just Texas but also the federal flood insurance program8/29/2017

The program is nearly out of money and is due to expire at the end of September

Tips for filing Hurricane Harvey insurance claims8/28/2017

Contact your insurance company quickly and take lots of pictures

Anthem pulls Obamacare policies in Virginia8/14/2017

Residents of some counties down to one provider

Consumers spending more on travel insurance8/14/2017

The rise coincides with an increase in the cost of travel

Proposed bill would cover more consumers under Medicare8/4/2017

Democrats float plan to cover people aged 55 to 64

Senate fails again to undo Obamacare7/26/2017

Straight repeal of the healthcare law loses 43-57

Minnesota fines Farmers for auto rate-setting policies7/21/2017

State says company charged renters more for car insurance than homeowners

Types of boat insurance and what they cover7/21/2017

Skippers should always know where they stand when it comes to their insurance

Planning to live to 100? Check your insurance policy7/20/2017

Older 'permanent life' policies may terminate on your 100th birthday

Senate pulls Obamacare 'repeal and replace' bill7/18/2017

Lawmakers may consider a measure just to repeal the law

Second Senate healthcare bill draws more opposition7/17/2017

Interest groups attack increased costs, reductions in coverage

Companies that most rely on credit scores to set car insurance rates7/17/2017

WalletHub study finds Farmers gives credit the most weight, Geico the least

How to save money on travel insurance7/3/2017

These policies are not one-size-fits-all

Insurance industry promoting 'usage-based' auto policies6/27/2017

Would lower rates for some, but probably raise them for others

Senate healthcare measure violates 'Do no harm' principle, AMA declares6/26/2017

The physicians group says the measure would leave too many without coverage

Groups line up against Senate healthcare bill6/23/2017

Measure would roll back expansion of Medicaid

How insurance needs change as your life changes6/8/2017

But consumers still need to decide how much coverage they need and how much risk they are willing to assume

Insurers may raise rates for Tesla owners6/5/2017

Claims are running much higher than for similar cars

The growing conflict between insurance companies and repair shops5/26/2017

Consumers filing a claim often get caught in the middle

Here's how much a bad credit score raises your car insurance5/25/2017

You'll pay the most in Michigan, the least in Wyoming

Why your last auto insurance provider might affect your new premium5/23/2017

Consumer Federation of America report finds customers of small companies pay more when they switch to a big company

Self-driving cars expected to drive big changes in car insurance5/22/2017

Individual consumers will no longer shoulder most of the risk

Senate urged to 'start over' on health care5/16/2017

'Deeply flawed' bill can't be salvaged, AARP tells lawmakers

Groups line up to oppose Obamacare repeal5/10/2017

Health organizations worry about loss of coverage

How your credit score may affect what you pay for home insurance5/9/2017

Consumers with poorer credit may be paying much more than others

Mobile homes may face increased tornado risks5/8/2017

Insurance executives say there are more mobile homes and more tornadoes

House votes to repeal Affordable Care Act5/4/2017

Bill would make sweeping changes to current healthcare system

Report: consumers' out-of-pocket medical expenses rising4/27/2017

Average per-person cost is now $1,400 a year

Consumers cautioned on the use of insurance company apps4/20/2017

Consumer group says they might not be appropriate for every claim

Realtors sound alarm over expiring flood insurance program4/19/2017

Group warns it could expose property owners and halt sales

Driving for Uber or Lyft? Check your insurance coverage4/18/2017

Personal insurance policies are not enough to protect drivers and passengers

What would an Obamacare repeal mean for you?3/7/2017

Republicans have now laid their cards on the table

Three things that can raise your car insurance rate3/2/2017

And you might be surprised at how much it can go up

California crisis shows value of flood insurance2/21/2017

Homeowners insurance does not protect against flood damage

Aetna fudged reason it pulled out of Obamacare exchanges, court finds1/24/2017

Judge finds the company made the decision partly because of a blocked merger

Court blocks Aetna-Humana merger1/24/2017

Still pending is a decision on Aetna's takeover of Cigna

Anesthesiologists explain those surprise medical bills1/24/2017

The cheaper your insurance policy, the more likely you are to receive them

Researchers find unintended result of health insurance1/16/2017

Study shows insured households are better at paying rent and mortgage

High-deductible health plans can be costly for the chronically ill1/11/2017

Patients often spend 10% or more of total income on out of pocket expenses

Should you raise your auto insurance deductible?1/11/2017

It all depends on where you live and how much money you have in savings

States where drunk driving will cost you the most12/12/2016

Besides huge fines, your insurance rates could skyrocket

Trump vows to bring down drug prices12/7/2016

Health insurers warn that they need relief from constantly rising pharmaceutical costs

Auto insurance claims tend to rise during the holidays12/7/2016

Drivers need to use extra caution, especially in parking lots

Long-term care insurance -- increasingly expensive and hard to find12/5/2016

Expenses have exceeded expectations, driving companies to drop or restrict coverage and raise premiums

Insurance broker Zenefits gets its wings clipped11/29/2016

California regulators imposed a $7 million settlement for licensing violations

Trump's presidency puts Obamacare in limbo, but insurance industry is optimistic11/10/2016

There are no clear answers about what will happen to Marketplace coverage this January

Deer pose special road hazard in November11/3/2016

'Deer season' takes on a whole different meaning for motorists

Health insurance industry rakes in billions while blaming Obamacare for losses11/1/2016

Major insurance companies are enjoying record profits but claim they are losing money under the Affordable Care Act

Obamacare policies increasing by an average of 25% in 201710/25/2016

But government says taxpayers will pick up much of that

California DAs sue Liberty Mutual over 'accident forgiveness'10/21/2016

The feature isn't available in California but is advertised there anyway

What to do after the hurricane has passed10/7/2016

The Consumer Federation of America offers some advice

Congress considers bill to reduce risks from flood damage10/3/2016

Its aim is to reduce the impact of properties flooded multiple times

Obamacare premiums skyrocketing in Minnesota10/3/2016

State's commerce commissioner says hikes not sustainable

Would you drive less if it lowered your car insurance?7/26/2016

Metromile pioneers pay by the mile auto insurance

Class action says Anthem refuses to cover brand-name medication7/21/2016

Patients are forced to use substitute drugs that are not identical and not effective, suit charges

Feds sue to block healthcare mergers7/21/2016

Justice Department says deals could hurt consumers

Allstate moving into auto service and repair5/17/2016

Insurance company announces partnership with Openbay

What will hitting a deer do to your insurance rates?9/18/2015

It depends on how you file the claim

With rising tuition costs, tuition insurance becoming more common8/28/2015

But like any insurance, costs are based on coverage

Don't forget insurance cost when shopping for a car5/21/2015

Premiums can vary widely for cars in same price range, study shows

Insurance rate hikes from moving violations vary widely by state2/20/2015

North Carolina drivers face the steepest penalties

Scam alert: Delete those “Anthem” emails, and hang up on “Anthem” callers2/10/2015

Worried about the Anthem insurance hacking? These scammers hope to take advantage of that

To get a lower rate, sometimes you just have to ask9/16/2014

A consumer reporter practices what he preaches and it pays off

Are you taking advantage of car insurance discounts?7/14/2014

Companies offer all kinds of discounts but you have to let them know you qualify

Will drivers leave traditional insurance companies for Walmart?5/7/2014

Discount retailer sticks one toe into the insurance industry

Study: post-accident neck pain is common1/21/2014

But researchers find few of the injured sue

Alternatives to signing up for Obamacare online10/24/2013

You can sign up the old-fashioned way, but could lose out on subsidies

Questions and answers about Obamacare10/21/2013

New entitlement remains mired in political controversy

After the storm, insurance can be hard to find7/1/2013

To manage risk, insurance companies often drop good customers

How to find a good bail bondsman6/27/2013

Some might say they don't plan on getting arrested, but you never know

Blue Cross-Blue Shield takes the lead on Obamacare6/24/2013

Other insurers are hedging their bets but the Blues expect to be in nearly every state

Exchanges: the new health insurance marketplace3/18/2013

Consumers can begin shopping for a new health plan in October

AARP life insurance not always a great deal for seniors2/4/2013

Most seniors really don't need life insurance; if they do, they can get it cheaper elsewhere

Are shareholders bad for consumers?1/21/2013

Nationwide Insurance takes a slight anti-Wall Street stance with its advertising

Liberty Mutual loses aftermarket parts dispute with West Virginia1/8/2013

Court orders insurer to follow West Virginia law

Amica Mutual, USAA And Chubb Top Consumer Reports' Homeowners Insurance Ratings8/3/2009

Survey finds 53 percent of consumers who switched companies got better rates

Lawyers Rate Allstate as Worst Insurance Company7/9/2008

'Boxing gloves' replace 'good hands,' lawyers charge

Study Finds 24% of Americans Underinsured8/6/2007

Consumers Dispute FTC Report on Insurance Credit Scoring7/25/2007

FTC Report Should be Rejected by Congress, Groups Argue

Nationwide, Aetna Customer Data Stolen1/25/2007

Minnesota Charges Allianz Life Sold Unsuitable Annuities to Seniors1/22/2007

The Hartford Apologizes, Pays $20 Million for Fraud in Annuity Sales5/10/2006

State Farm's Wrecked Car Owners Feeling Slighted10/26/2005

Company and State Attorneys General Brokered a Cozy Deal

Title Insurance Fraud on the Upswing4/8/2005

At least ten states are investigating alleged title insurance fraud

Cigarettes' Role in Fires Growing8/9/2004

GEICO v. Google7/30/2004

Consumers' Right to Know vs. Private Business Interests

Florida Insurance Scam Hits Seniors3/19/2004

Consumer complaints about State Farm - Auto Theft5/22/2003

Consumer complaints about State Farm - Underinsured Motorist Coverage3/17/2003

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California Doctor Wins $31 Million in Suit Against UnumProvident1/27/2003

AT&T Cable Box Starts Fire9/10/2002

Do Insurance Adjusters Really Want to Help?