News and information for property & casualty insurance agents & brokers on personal lines insurance, including homeowners insurance, flood insurance, earthquake insurance, renters insurance, automobile insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, umbrella insurance and health insurance. These insurance products protect individuals and families against potentially crushing financial losses caused by fire, theft, natural disasters, death, accidents, lawsuits and illness.
The insurance industry performed poorly for the first half of this year primarily due to an unprecedented level of catastrophes and while the results may point to premium price increases, other factors may keep a lid on them.
