Report: Insurance fraud spiked last year

Kansas City Star (blog)

Less than one-quarter of 1 percent of all US insurance claims get referred for criminal investigation, so it's not widespread. ...

Hundreds Arrested in Auto Insurance Scam NBC Los Angeles

Insurance Fraud Booms, Led By Health Insurance Scams The Crime Report

Recession is fueling a boom in insurance fraud McClatchy Washington Bureau



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Insurance deals boost 2010 M&A activity

The Associated Press

The MetLife-Alico deal is the sixth-largest insurance transaction on record. Prudential's purchase of AIA is No. 1. AIG still has the No. 2 and No. ...

Alico Deal Will Transform MetLife Wall Street Journal

AIG in $15.5 billion unit sale to MetLife CNNMoney.com

AIG Continues To Rally Financial Advisory

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Hundreds of travelers with unpaid Prime insurance claims can turn to their ...

Sun-Sentinel

Hundreds of travelers stuck with claims never honored by a bogus travel insurance company finally may be reimbursed through ...



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What typically happens to the insurance industry during a period of economic recession?
Q. Are people more afraid and purchase more insurance or less? Does it make them delay purchasing insurance? Life and Health insurance specifically. More specifically senior medical supplement policies, advantage plans, life insurance, long term care insurance, and annuities. I'm asking for myself. Is it a good time economically in the U.S. today to sell these products? General or specific information will be helpful. Thank you for your experience and thoughts.
Asked by Jen - Thu Oct 18 22:21:25 2007 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. "People are buying insurance products regardless of economic conditions.The insurance industry and large-cap consumer staples companies also tend to pay meaningful dividends -- and steadily raise them -- enhancing their overall quality and appeal. Dividend income is always welcomed by consumers, especially so in choppy markets when you're effectively paid to wait until the turmoil subsides.To answer your question if is a good time to sell in U.S.i say it is! not only in U.S. but also in Europe.
Answered by thenetsurfer - Fri Oct 19 11:01:54 2007

What are some insurance companies that offer insurance if you become disabled due to accident?
Q. Hello everyone. I have life insurance and accidental death insurance, but I am looking for a company that offers insurance for money if you get injured in an accident and become disabled. I show horses and ride often. I am looking for something that would protect my family in case of a disabeling injury. Please only serious answers. Please don't suggest yahoo or google...I am looking for actual companies. God bless!
Asked by Mei - Sun Sep 27 13:28:08 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

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Answered by Path - Sun Sep 27 17:33:15 2009

Can I get home contents insurance if my landlady works from home?
Q. My landlady teaches piano from home as a full time job, would I be able to get contents insurance? I went to an online insurance site and it said I would have to call them if I share my home with renters/lodgers (which I do) and also it assumes that 'You do not use your home for any business purposes or for the storage of business goods'. What insurance would I need or would it be my landlady's responsibility to get cover? Could I be included in her insurance?
Asked by afosa_ragazza - Tue Apr 14 15:20:37 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The concept of health insurance was proposed in 1694 by Hugh the Elder Chamberlen from the Peter Chamberlen family. In the late 19th century, "accident insurance" began to be available, which operated much like modern disability insurance.This payment model continued until the start of the 20th century in some jurisdictions (like California), where all laws regulating health insurance actually referred to disability insurance.
Answered by Meteora - Thu Apr 16 23:56:11 2009