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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, December 28, 2015 — The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has subject matter experts and resources available to explain the insurance and economic implications of the weekend’s deadly tornadoes in Texas. Lynne McChristian, the I.I.I.’s Catastrophe Response Director, will be available in the Dallas area starting on Tuesday afternoon, December 29....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; lynnem@iii.org NEW YORK, December 28, 2015 — The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has subject matter experts available to discuss the insurance claims process and economic impact of the series of tornadoes that struck Texas over the weekend. The I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, December 21, 2015 — Family, friends and festivities should be the focus of the holiday season, but don’t let this joyous time be marred by fire, theft, accidents and other disasters, advises the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Taking a few simple steps, and having the right insurance coverage can reduce these seasonal hazards....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, December 15, 2015 —For millions of Americans their home is their biggest investment, yet understanding how to protect it remains a challenge for many consumers, according to the Insurance Information Institute’s (I.I.I.) new report, PulsePoints: Home and Auto Insurance....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, November 30, 2015 — The 2015 Atlantic hurricane season officially ends today, November 30. And while meteorologists were right in their predictions of a below-normal season, that did not mean a complete absence of hurricane activity, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) In fact, there were 11 tropical storms and four hurricanes (Danny, Fred, Joaquin and Kate)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, November 24, 2015 — With plenty of snow and cold temperatures predicted for the northern United States this winter, it is important to prepare your home and review your insurance coverage, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The 2016 Farmers’ Almanac predicts snowier conditions than normal for the northern and central Great Plains, New England and parts of t…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, November 13, 2015 — Reporters covering the nearly 12 states where high wind advisories have been issued can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for information, analysis and claims filing information....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, November 10, 2015 — To help older citizens and their caregivers get ready to face natural disasters, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has created a disaster preparedness checklist tailored to seniors. When there is a disaster—be it a fire, flood or a hurricane—older adults are particularly vulnerable as they may have special needs, according to the I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 22, 2015 — Reporters looking for statistics, analysis and interviews on the insurance implications of Sandy in preparation for the approaching third anniversary of the storm can contact the Insurance Information Institute. Sandy made landfall near Atlantic City, New Jersey, on October 29, 2012, as a post-tropical cyclone....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 21, 2015 —U.S. businesses spent more than $2 billion for cyber insurance last year as interest in this coverage grew dramatically following numerous high profile data breaches, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “More than 60 carriers offer stand-alone cyber insurance policies, and Marsh, a major insurance broker, estimates the U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 13, 2015 — As South Carolinians assess the property damage caused by this month’s severe inland flooding and prepare to rebuild, it is important to understand the claims filing process, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). When filing an auto or homeowners claim, the first step is to call your insurance professional as soon as possible to start the cl…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365; janetr@iii.org Hispanic Press Office: (954) 684-4410; elianneg@iii.org LOS ANGELES, CA, October 12, 2015 — Reporters covering the Great California ShakeOut are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for information on insurance coverage and earthquake preparedness tips. I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365; janetr@iii.org NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, October 9, 2015 — Reporters covering the wildfires in Northern California can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for facts, statistics and analysis by insurance industry experts....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 5, 2015 — The catastrophic floods in South Carolina over the weekend provide a stark reminder that flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in the United States, causing an average of $50 billion in economic losses each year, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). In fact, most U.S. natural disasters declared by the president involve flooding....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 3, 2015 — Hurricane Joaquin is expected to remain at sea, but that does not mean the storm will leave the U.S. unscathed. Joaquin is likely to bring massive amounts of rainfall to areas already saturated from days of downpours....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 2, 2015 — Reporters covering Joaquin’s northward path in the Atlantic Ocean can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) with questions about how auto, business, flood and homeowners insurance policies cover storm-caused damage....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, October 1, 2015 — Reporters covering Hurricane Joaquin, which could bring heavy rains, flooding and strong winds to the East Coast as early as this weekend, are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Joaquin is the third hurricane to form in the Atlantic Ocean this year....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, September 24, 2015 — Life insurance benefits are sometimes left unclaimed after the death of a loved one, simply because the beneficiaries were unaware of the existence of a policy. This is an unfortunate situation under any circumstance, but can be especially troubling if dependents have been left struggling financially, according to the Insurance Information Institute....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE I.I.I: New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org IBHS: Tiffany O’Shea: (512) 636-7811; toshea@ibhs.org NEW YORK, September 23, 2015 — A new infographic from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) and the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) can help businesses prepare for disasters this National Preparedness Month (NPM). September also marks the peak of hurricane season....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Tune In Monday, September 28, At Noon (ET) for an Overview from Industry Experts NEW YORK, September 17, 2015 — While the global natural catastrophe property protection gap has risen steadily over the last 10 years, with 70 percent of economic losses going uninsured, it is the United States that has more uninsured property risk than any other country, according to the latest Swiss Re sigma study, Under…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365; janetr@iii.org NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, September 14, 2015 — Reporters covering the wildfires in Northern California, can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for facts, statistics and analysis by insurance industry experts....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, September 10, 2015 — Enacted in the aftermath of 9/11, the federal Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA) gives businesses nationwide the opportunity to purchase terrorism insurance coverage, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) In the event of a major terrorist attack, TRIA allows the insurance industry and federal government to share the costs of damages resulting from ter…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, September 9, 2015 — Reporters covering workers compensation issues are encouraged to reach out to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for information and analysis. The I.I.I. has experts who can discuss all aspects of the workers compensation system along with a wide range of research, facts and statistics on this line of insurance as well as on workplace safety issues....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, September 4, 2015 — It’s Life Insurance Awareness Month (LIAM)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, September 3, 2015 — Disasters come in all shapes and sizes, from natural catastrophes like a hurricane, flood or wildfire, to man-made events such as civil disorder or a terrorist attack. But one thing is certain—a disaster can devastate your business if you’re not properly prepared, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 27, 2015 —Reporters covering Tropical Storm Erika, which could impact Florida and South Carolina as soon as Monday, August 31, are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, NY, August 28, 2015 — Reporters covering Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Ignacio can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) with questions about how auto, home and business insurance policies cover storm-caused damage. Hurricanes and tropical storms accounted for 41 percent of total U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 26, 2015 –Hurricane Katrina offered U.S. businesses a stark reminder of the importance of having a disaster recovery plan as well as the right type and amount of insurance, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Saturday, August 29, marks 10 years since Hurricane Katrina made landfall. Katrina remains the most costly insured catastrophe in U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 25, 2015 — Ten years after the costliest hurricane in U.S. history, Hurricane Katrina is being remembered for its devastating toll on residents in six coastal states. Insured losses from Hurricane Katrina totaled over $41 billion and underscored the importance of recognizing the risk of and planning for natural disasters, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org [[{"fid":"18264","view_mode":"default","fields":{"format":"default","field_file_image_alt_text[und][0][value]":"Katrina Image","field_file_image_title_text[und][0][value]":"","field_folder[und]":"2643","field_tags[und]":""},"type":"media","attributes":{"alt":"Katrina Image","class":"media-element file-default"}}]] NEW YORK, August 24, 2015 — Reporters covering the 10-year anniversary of Hurricane Katri…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 24, 2015 — A decade after Hurricane Katrina and nearly three years after Hurricane Sandy, many consumers nationwide lack the basic insurance knowledge to protect their assets in the event of a major natural disaster, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). As part of its mission to educate the public about insurance, the I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Media Tour Coordinator: Susan Higgins (212) 736-2727; shiggins@dssimon.com NEW YORK, August 19, 2015 – On Thursday, August 27, from 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. ET, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) disaster preparedness experts will be available via satellite media tour to discuss how individuals and small business owners can better prepare. Dr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 18, 2015 — Before your college student heads off to campus, it is a good idea to review your insurance policies to make sure their personal possessions are adequately covered, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 10, 2015 — Every year businesses temporarily shut down—or close forever—because of a disaster such as a flood, fire or hurricane, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Forty percent of businesses do not reopen after a disaster and another 25 percent fail within one year, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; lynnem@iii.org TAMPA, FL, August 6, 2015 — Peak hurricane season runs from mid-August through October, making this a good time to review insurance coverage. And, while saving money is important, shaving off key protections in order to reduce insurance premiums can be costly if things go wrong. according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org ROHNERT PARK, CA, August 4, 2015 — Reporters covering the California wildfires are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for information on insurance coverage and evacuation tips. CoreLogic has deemed the wildfire risk level for almost 900,000 residences, situated in 13 U.S. states, as high to very high....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365; janetr@iii.org NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, August 3, 2015 — With nineteen wildfires burning in California, many residents are being required to leave their homes. Those under a a mandatory evacuation order may be eligible for additional living expense coverage (ALE) through their homeowners insurance policies, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, August 3, 2015 — Recent surveys of insurance pricing by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) and Consumer Reports have made headlines by purporting to demonstrate that auto insurers use rating factors unfairly. However, the studies are misleading and overlook the importance of using a wide variety of rating factors in order to maintain a competitive market that ultimately benefits consumers....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, July 28, 2015 — Reporters interested in interviewing insurance experts in New Orleans this week (July 29 - 30) are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The I.I.I. can provide information on the economic impact of hurricanes, as well as consumer resources to help individuals and business owners understand their insurance coverage. The I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; www.insuringflorida.org NEW YORK, July 27, 2015 — Reporters interested in interviewing auto insurance experts are encouraged to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “Insurers use underwriting criteria that directly correlate with losses,” points out Dr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, July 23, 2015 — If renting a car is part of your summer vacation plans, the good news is you have a lot of options, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I). “You can now rent a car by the week, day or hour, from almost any location, or even sign up for a car-sharing service for a quick getaway to the country or the beach,” said Jeanne M....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365 janetr@iii.org NEW YORK, July 8, 2015 — Californians who made San Andreas one of 2015’s box office hits may feel overwhelmed by the chaos and destruction Hollywood imagined for their state. Fortunately, it’s possible to prepare for a real earthquake, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365; janetr@iii.org NEW YORK, July 2, 2015 — Large portions of the western United States are dangerously dry due to a prolonged drought that has created the conditions for a potentially devastating 2015 wildfire season, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). There have been more than 1,000 wildfires this year in California alone....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NASHVILLE, Tenn., June 22, 2015 — The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) was presented today with the Insurance Marketing & Communications Association’s (IMCA) 2015 Innovation Torchbearer Award, given annually to those who have “demonstrated innovative ideas or initiatives impacting the insurance industry.” “IMCA selected the Insurance Information Institute for this prestigio…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, June 22, 2015 — The number of insurance claims from lightning strikes in the United States continued its steady decline, as severe thunderstorm activity eased from near-record levels and dry weather prevailed throughout much of the western half of the country....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.or NEW YORK, May 21, 2015 —The Consumer Federation of America (CFA) continues to assert mistakenly that low-income drivers pay too much for auto insurance, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, June 2, 2015 — Reporters covering the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season, which started on June 1 and ends on November 30, can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for information, analysis and interviews. The I.I.I....
Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Kate Niswander Phone: 703-276-3100 Arlington, VA, May 29, 2015 – Colorado State University’s annual benchmark forecast for Atlantic hurricanes is unlikely to change significantly when it is updated June 1, CSU hurricane expert Phil Klotzbach said May 19, as the increasing likelihood of moderate to strong El Nino conditions in the Pacific reinforces the original prediction of a season of relatively few storms....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Lynne McChristian, (813) 480-6446, lynnem@iii.org Elianne González, (954) 389-9517, elianneg@iii.org (for Spanish-language interviews) HOUSTON, Texas, May 28, 2015 — The deadly flooding that struck Texas and Oklahoma this week has drawn comparisons to 2001’s Tropical Storm Allison, which caused $1.1 billion in insured flood losses, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, May 27, 2015 — The Insurance Information Institute’s (I.I.I.) disaster communications representative, Lynne McChristian is traveling to Houston, Texas, today to explain the insurance implications of the Texas and Oklahoma floods, The I.I.I.’s Lynne McChristian will be available in Houston as of the evening of Wednesday, May 27....
Contacts: Giuseppe Barone for ISO (201) 507-9500 Jeffrey Brewer for PCI (847) 553-3763 Loretta Worters for I.I.I. (212) 346-5500 JERSEY CITY, N.J., May 26, 2015 — Private U.S....
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, May 14, 2015 — Dog bites (and other dog-related injuries) accounted for more than one-third of all homeowners insurance liability claim dollars paid out in 2014, costing in excess of $530 million, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) and State Farm®, the largest writer of homeowners insurance in the United States. An analysis of homeowners insurance data by the I.I.I....
For immediate release New York, New York – May 12, 2015 -- The International Insurance Society (IIS) has announced that the late Gordon C. Stewart, former IIS Vice Chair and retired CEO of Insurance Information Institute, has been selected as the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award for his dedication and leadership in forwarding the mission of the IIS. Mr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; www.insuringflorida.org NEW YORK, May 8, 2015 — Reporters interested in interviewing insurance experts in New Orleans next week (May 11-13), are encouraged to reach out to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). These experts are a resource throughout hurricane season as well; hurricane season begins June 1 and runs through November 30. The I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; lynnem@iii.org TAMPA, Florida, May 6, 2015 — While the last major hurricanes to strike Florida date back to 2005, flooding is a more common occurrence. Indeed, just last year, historic rainfall in the western Florida Panhandle brought more than 20 inches of rainfall that inundated Pensacola in April 2014....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 28, 2015 — Auto, homeowners, and business insurance policies generally include coverage for property losses caused by riots and civil commotions, such as those occurring this week in Baltimore, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 27, 2015 — Reporters covering the Nepal earthquake should call the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) for insights, analysis and interviews on the insurance implications of the event. Operating in one of the world’s poorest nations, Nepal’s insurers collected premiums equal to $277 million, in U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 27, 2015 — Choosing the right type and amount of life insurance is key to a sound financial plan for many people—but how can you determine whether you need it? Asking yourself some simple questions can help, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). If you decide you do need life insurance, the good news is, it may be cheaper than you think....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 16, 2015 — With the start of the 2015 Atlantic hurricane season approaching on June 1, the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) urges coastal residents to review their insurance coverage now so that they understand all of their insurance options and can make sound financial decisions in preparation for a possible storm....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 10, 2015—The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has subject matter experts available to discuss the potential economic and insurance repercussions of the tornadoes that struck Illinois this week. Standard homeowners policies cover damage caused by tornadoes, including wind damage to the structure of the building and its contents....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, April 6, 2015 — Spring may be the traditional time of year for cleaning out closets and drawers and organizing attics, but it is also a great time to review of your insurance coverages, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “Just as it is important to look at your wardrobe, electronics and other personal items to see what needs to be tossed, fixed, updated or stored…...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; www.insuringflorida.org NEW YORK, March 30, 2015 — Hurricane risk in the United States is growing due to increasingly volatile weather and increasing populations in coastal areas. Dr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, March 27, 2015 — Damage to insured properties caused by the explosion in the East Village area of New York City yesterday, are likely covered by standard property insurance policies, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Homeowners insurance policies (including condos and co-ops) typically cover damage caused by explosion, fire, smoke and building collapse....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, March 26, 2015 — The Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) has subject matter experts available to discuss the potential economic and insurance repercussions of the tornadoes that struck Oklahoma and Arkansas. Standard homeowners and business insurance policies cover wind damage, including that caused by tornadoes, to the structure of the building and its contents....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Florida Press Office: (813) 480-6446; www.insuringflorida.org AUSTIN, Texas, March 30, 2015 — Reporters interested in interviewing insurance experts on-site at the National Hurricane Conference in Austin, Texas next week are encouraged to reach out to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Experts from the I.I.I....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, March 24, 2015 — Reporters with questions about the potential insurance implications arising from the crash of German airliner Germanwings, can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Germanwings, a Cologne-based affiliate of Lufthansa, which until now had no record of fatal accidents, crashed today near a ski resort in the French Alps, killing all 150 people on board....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, March 23, 2015 — Reporters covering the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) conference in Nashville this week will have an on-site resource for information on lightning and insurance. The Insurance Information Institute’s (I.I.I.) chief communications officer, Jeanne M....
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, March 5, 2015 — Whether or not they hold down a paying job, many women contribute to the economic well-being of their family in important ways—from taking care of household tasks to acting as the primary care giver for children and aging parents....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, February 23, 2015 — Reporters covering the National Tornado Summit, a three-day event which begins today in this city’s Cox Convention Center, will have an on-site resource for insurance information, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) The I.I.I.’s Ms. Lynne McChristian is available for media interviews in Oklahoma City through Wednesday, February 25....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, February 17, 2015 — While self-storage units may be a useful way to de-clutter your home, having the right insurance coverage is the best way to financially protect your belongings—no matter where they are, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org Hispanic Press Officer: Elianne González (954) 684-4410; elianneg@iii.org Florida Representative: Lynne McChristian (813) 480-6446; lynnem@iii.org FT. LAUDERDALE, Florida, February 12, 2015 — Reporters covering the Miami International Boat Show (February 12-16) and seeking insights on how to insure watercraft can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, February 2, 2015 — California reporters are invited to contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) about California insurance issues. Whether you’re filing a story on earthquakes, wildfires or ride-sharing, or if you have questions about auto, home, life, or business insurance, the I.I.I. can provide in-depth analysis and information. Ms....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org California Press Office: (707) 490-9365, janetr@iii.org NEW YORK, January 29, 2015 — While the 5.7 earthquake that shook the coast of Northern California on Wednesday caused no major damage or injuries, it did serve as a vivid reminder that people in many parts of the U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 28, 2015 — Few things deflate a Super Bowl party like an intoxicated guest. That’s why hosts on Super Sunday should have more than a passing interest in making sure that partiers get home safely, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 26, 2015 — With blizzard conditions hitting a large swath of the Northeast, car crashes and damage to property is likely to occur, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “Standard homeowners policies provide coverage for damage caused by wind, snow, severe cold and freezing rain,” said Jeanne M....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 26, 2015 — Ice, snow and high winds are expected to wreak havoc over the next few days in the Northeast, but the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) is available to provide information, analysis and interviews. “Severe winter weather caused 15 percent of all insured auto, home and business catastrophe losses in the United States in 2014,” said Dr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 26, 2015--- Auto insurance is increasing in both affordability and availability, with policyholder expenditures rising below the rate of inflation and the percentage of uninsured motorists dropping, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). These findings include individuals who finance their vehicles....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 26, 2015 — The percentage of winter-caused insured catastrophe losses more than doubled last year, following the harsh winter of 2014 and a quiet hurricane season, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). “Severe winter weather caused 15 percent of all insured auto, home and business catastrophe losses in the United States in 2014,” said Dr....
Contact: Giuseppe Barone for ISO (201) 507-9500 Jeffrey Brewer for PCI (847) 553-3763 Loretta Worters for I.I.I. (212) 346-5500 JERSEY CITY, N.J., January 26, 2015 — Private U.S. property/casualty insurers’ net income after taxes fell $5.1 billion to $37.7 billion in nine-months 2014 from $42.7 billion in nine-months 2013....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 21, 2015 — Reporters covering the New York Boat Show (January 21-25) and seeking insights on how to insure watercraft can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Boat insurance policies provide coverage to repair a policyholder’s boat if the vessel is accidentally damaged or destroyed due to a collision, fire, theft, vandalism, windstorm or lightning....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 16, 2015 — Property/casualty (P/C) insurers have had to improve their underwriting performance and generate premium growth to offset sluggish investment income returns, according to a panel of insurance industry experts who convened this week at the Property/Casualty Insurance Joint Industry Forum. Dr....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 15, 2015 — Along with the usual challenges U.S. insurers have faced in recent years—intense competition, potentially flatter profit margins, investing in technology—companies now face an important question in the coming years: how to handle the millennial generation....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 14, 2015 — Cyber and terrorism risks are changing—and the government has the same problems as any industry, according to General Keith B. Alexander, U.S. Army (Ret.) and former Commander, U.S. Cyber Command, the keynote speaker at the Property/Casualty Joint Industry Forum, held here. Gen....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 13, 2015 — Leaders of the property/casualty insurance industry believe the cyber insurance market is expanding, particularly with emerging risks prompted by high-profile hackings, according to a survey conducted by the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.) at its 19th annual Property/Casualty Insurance Joint Industry Forum, held here. Cyber-Crime is exposing businesses – both in the U.S....
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New York Press Office: (212) 346-5500; media@iii.org NEW YORK, January 7, 2014 — The latest edition of the Insurance Information Institute’s (I.I.I.) popular Insurance Fact Book is now available. Regarded as the most comprehensive and authoritative resource of its kind, the Fact Book is a go-to resource for reporters, businesses, regulators, legislators, researchers, students and anybody who needs to understand the insurance industry. “The I.I.I....