July 2011
W. Brown & Associates Newsletter

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New D-1 Form

 

The Surplus Lines Association of California has published a new D-1 form to be used for all non admitted business starting July 2011.

 

Click Here for a copy.  

 

DIC Rates on the Rise

 

Many DIC/Earthquake carriers are in the process of re-negotiating their reinsurance. With the growing number of catastrophes in 2011, many carriers are seeing an increase in rates.

 

At W. Brown we're still writing DIC/Earthquake policies of all sizes.

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Dangerous Dogs

 

Pitbulls & rottweilers top the list of the most dangerous dog breeds.

 

Click Here to check out the rest of the list.

 

 
Greetings!

At W. Brown, we like to stay abreast of what's going on in the industry (or at least pretend), so we've gathered a couple of interesting articles and recent happenings to share with you. Hope you enjoy.
Indicators to Pricing Upswing 

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Hurricane season runs from June to November & according to Marsh, the global catastrophes in 2011 have "depleted...claims reserves." They point to rate increases in energy, marine, & Mexico risks as signs of potential wider reaching price increases.

Click Here to read more.

Wage & Hour Litigation

CalculatorThe weak economy and complex state and federal laws have helped cause the increase in wage and hour suits - up 15% in 2010 - according to Business Insurance.

According to the article, "Wage-and-hour litigation is the fastest-growing type of class action."

Click Here to find out how you can help insureds' avoid wage & hour litigation.

W. Brown Bobblehead Visits Stonehenge

Bobblehead StonehengeFor our 20th Anniversary celebration 4 years ago, bobbleheads were created for both John Krebs & Brian English. Since then, these "mini-me's" have traveled the world over from South America to Europe.

The Bobbblehead recently traveled to Europe, and even brought John along for the ride.