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I.I.I. Economic Snapshot: First Quarter 2018

Various factors will make 2018 a challenging year for economic policymakers and forecasters. This report discusses economic and financial trends; personal and commercial lines trends; and includes special commentary on the impact of the federal tax cuts on the insurance industry.

Homeowners + Renters Insurance How to file a homeowners claim
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2018 Insurance Fact Book PDF now available
Other Insurance Topics Do I need to insure contractors working in my home?
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Disasters + Preparedness Tornado facts and safety
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Auto Insurance Auto insurance for teen drivers

For parents, the excitement of having a first-time driver in the house is usually tempered with worry. Of course, safety concern is uppermost in most parents' minds but other stressors—like the high cost of insuring your new driver and the financial liability implications of a teen driving mishap—can be reduced with these steps.

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Dog bite liability: What is the average claim cost in your state?
Homeowners + Renters Insurance Home buyer's insurance guide
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Life Insurance How to save money on life insurance
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Business Insurance Does my business need terrorism insurance?
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2018 Atlantic hurricane forecast

Dr. Philip Klotzbach, a non-resident scholar for the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.), and Michael M. Bell, both scientists with the Colorado State University, have issued an early 2018 hurricane forecast that calls for a slightly above-average season. 2018 is predicted to have seven hurricanes and 14 named storms. More

Insurance Industry Employment Trends: 1990-2018 (February 2018)
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Catastrophes Facts + Statistics: Tornadoes and thunderstorms
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Insurance Industry Inflation Watch - March 2018
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Homeowners Background on: Wildfires
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I.I.I. Glossary

NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE PROGRAM- Federal government-sponsored program under which flood insurance is sold to homeowners and businesses. (See Adverse selection, Flood insurance )

INSURABLE RISK- Risks for which it is relatively easy to get insurance and that meet certain criteria. These include being definable, accidental in nature, and part of a group of similar risks large enough to make losses predictable. The insurance company also must be able to come up with a reasonable price for the insurance.

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This year’s #FactBook2018 is here! Stay up to date with the industry's latest numbers. To purchase, click here: #insurance

2018 Insurance Fact Book
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The I.I.I. #Inflation Watch spreadsheet contains the latest #consumer price #data from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of #Labor Statistics. Read more here: U.S. Census Bureau Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System

Inflation Watch - March 2018 | III

The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) Inflation Watch spreadsheet contains the latest consumer price data from the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The CPI-U—the popular measure of consumer prices, sometimes called headline inflation—rose by 2.4 percent in March ...
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#Marijuana retailers are expected to see a spike in sales on #NationalWeedDay but #carcrashes are also expected to increase today: PCI - Property Casualty Insurers Association of America #420Day

Fatal crashes increase 12 percent on National Weed Day | Improving public understanding of insurance

Highway Safety Fatal crashes increase 12 percent on National Weed Day April 20, 2018 Maria Sassian Leave a comment Marijuana retailers are expected to see a spike in sales on this 4/20 National Weed Day, but on a less high note, car crashes are also expected to increase today. A recent study publish...
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This year’s #FactBook2018 is here! To purchase, click here:

2018 Insurance Fact Book
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Florida’s small P/C #insurers have withstood losses from #HurricaneIrma and a legal environment that’s dubbed a “judicial hellhole” by the American Tort Reform Association: Demotech, Inc. Florida Office of Insurance Regulation

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Hurricanes, Legal Environment Small Florida insurers survive hurricanes and “Judicial Hellhole” April 18, 2018 Maria Sassian Leave a comment Florida’s small P/C insurers have withstood losses from Hurricane Irma and a legal environment that’s dubbed a “judicial hellhole” by the American ...
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Activities that take a drivers’ attention away from the road are a major #safety threat. Learn more about this widespread problem here: #DDAM NHTSA Nationwide Children's Hospital Journal of Adolescent Health

Facts + Statistics: Distracted driving | III

Activities that take drivers’ attention off the road, including talking or texting on cellphones, eating, conversing with passengers and other distractions, are a major safety threat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gauges distracted driving by collecting data on distrac...
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The #insurance industry is growing. “How fast,” you ask? Get the answers and more in the #FactBook2018, now available for download:

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Learn the secrets to saving money on #lifeinsurance (while still getting the right type and amount of protection for your family’s needs).

How to save money on life insurance | III

There are ways to save money when buying life insurance, but they don’t always entail paying a lower premium immediately. As your top priority, look for a policy that meets your needs. Buying the wrong benefits for a low premium is a waste, not a saving. Beyond that, here are some ways to maximize...
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There were 442 fatal crashes in 2015 in which mobile phone use was cited as source of driver distraction. Get more facts about #DistractedDriving here: #DistractedDrivingAwarenessMonth Nationwide Children's Hospital Journal of Adolescent Health NHTSA

Facts + Statistics: Distracted driving | III

Activities that take drivers’ attention off the road, including talking or texting on cellphones, eating, conversing with passengers and other distractions, are a major safety threat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) gauges distracted driving by collecting data on distrac...
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When a #tornado approaches, know how to stay safe and speed recovery. Learn more about #twisters and how to protect yourself and your family: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. National Weather Service (NWS)

Tornado facts and safety | III

When atmospheric conditions are right, tornadoes can strike with little warning and cause grave amounts of damage in a very short time. These tips can help minimize your risk and keep your and your family safe.

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I.I.I. News Wire

MEDIA ADVISORY: I.I.I. Can Provide Information On Insurance Issues Raised By This Week’s Wildfires In Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, And Texas

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Kim Kirchner, Coburn Communciation: (212)-536-9837; Kim.Kirchner@coburnww.com   New York, April 20, 2018—Thousands of residents and firefighters in four U.S. Read More

Insurance Information Institute Releases 2018 Fact Book

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kim Kirchner, Coburn Communication: (212) 536-9837; Kim.Kirchner@coburnww.com   NEW YORK, April 11, 2018 – Known for offering the latest qualitative figures and developments within the insurance industry, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has published its… Read More

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Events Calendar

IPRC Spring Meeting
May
08
2018
The spring meeting of the Insurers Public Relations Council (IPRC) on May 8-9, 2018 in Chicago, IL.
I.I.I. and Insurance Thought Leadership (ITL) Webinar
May
09
2018
The Insurance Information Institute and Innovator's Edge present an interactive learning experience for C-suite executives who would benefit from a proven approach to insurance innovation success. This two-part program—consisting of an online webinar and a live innovation workshop—will provide attendees with actionable information and guidance on best practices for innovation.
 
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