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The battle lines are already being drawn in anticipation of a renewed debate in Congress next year over creation of an optional federal charter for insurers.

Independent agents and underwriters sparred with U.S. Agriculture Department representatives over agent commission caps put forth as part of the mandated cuts to the federal crop insurance program during a recent House subcommittee hearing.

Trade groups representing large insurers and the biggest corporate buyer association are urging the Treasury Department to ensure that the Federal Insurance Office plays a strong role in representing the U.S. on global insurance issues.

Effectively addressing workers' compensation claims involves two elements: personally reviewing injuries and making decisions that help individual employees recover faster while saving money in the process.

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American International Group announced last week it will sell its majority interest in its consumer lending business, American General Finance, and take a pre-tax loss of $1.9 billion in the third quarter from the transaction.

National Underwriter, in partnership with Flasp?hler Research Group, will launch a survey of independent agents this month that will result in the inaugural "NU Producer Choice Awards," to be unveiled in the Oct. 18 edition.

Facing shrinking resources, an uncertain economy, and changing political and regulatory landscapes, risk managers may be forced to reassess their particular captive insurance solutions, a new white paper suggests.