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Cargo Theft Losses Surge to $725 Million in 2025

February 10, 2026

Sophisticated Criminal Networks are Exploiting the US Supply Chain Says NICB

S&P Global Rates U.S. Property/Casualty Outlook Stable for 2026, Citing “Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty”

February 9, 2026

Stable for Now, but with Risks on the Horizon

Tribal Court Assault & Battery Suit Bars Insurer Disclaiming Liability

Tribal Court Assault & Battery Suit Bars Insurer Disclaiming Liability

February 9, 2026

The Court’s Analysis: Ripeness and the Duty to Defend/Indemnify Distinction

Nationwide to Acquire Renewal Rights for Main Street America Surety, Fidelity Bond Book

February 9, 2026

The deal is expected to close by the end of Q1-2026

Insurify Launches ChatGPT App for Car Insurance Comparison and Quote Estimates

Insurify Launches ChatGPT App for Car Insurance Comparison and Quote Estimates

February 9, 2026

Claims to be the first of its kind insurance app on OpenAI

Allstate’s ‘Terrific Year’ Stems From ‘Serving Customers and Making Protection More Affordable’

February 9, 2026

Allstate Cites Customer Value and Pricing as Key to Results

Chubb Posts Record 2025 Profit and Underwriting Results, With Premium Growth in P&C and Life

February 9, 2026

A great quarter caps off a great year for the insurer

Insurance Coverage Cases

Tribal Court Assault & Battery Suit Bars Insurer Disclaiming Liability

Tribal Court Assault & Battery Suit Bars Insurer Disclaiming Liability

February 9, 2026

The Court’s Analysis: Ripeness and the Duty to Defend/Indemnify Distinction

Appeals Court: No Coverage For $300,000 ‘Household Member’ Award

January 26, 2026

Grandson’s Economic Dependency on Grandma is not a “Trump Card” For Household Determination

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Latest Agency Sales

Cushman Insurance Group Acquires New Bedford’s Bergeron Agency

January 26, 2026

Insurance Agency Mergers & Acquisitions in Massachusetts | Q4-2025

January 26, 2026

MountainOne Insurance Acquires Amy R. Morey Insurance Agency, Expands into Greenfield

MountainOne Insurance Acquires Amy R. Morey Insurance Agency, Expands into Greenfield

January 12, 2026

Hanscom Closes Peoples Bank Deal, Brings Fleetwood Insurance Group into the Credit Union

Hanscom Closes Peoples Bank Deal, Brings Fleetwood Insurance Group into the Credit Union

January 12, 2026

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DOI News

Home Insurance Premiums Rose 12.7% During 2024 says Latest DOI Report

February 2, 2026

DOI Issues Consumer Advisory Regarding Roof-Related Insurance Notices

November 6, 2025

DOI Issues Q&A on Protected Accessory Dwelling Units

October 23, 2025

Insurance Regulators OK Steep Increases, Reject Two as Too Large

July 21, 2025

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CAR News

1st Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Auto Insurance Marketplace

January 12, 2026 By AC Editor

1st Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Commercial Auto Insurers

January 12, 2026 By AC Editor

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Insurance Fraud

Multi-State Cargo-Theft Conspiracy Targets Crabmeat, Blueberries, and More in Massachusetts

Multi-State Cargo-Theft Conspiracy Targets Crabmeat, Blueberries, and More in Massachusetts

Worcester warehouse targeted

Physician Acting Pro Se Found Guilty On Insurance Fraud Indictments

Massachusetts physician represented himself at trial after co-defendant’s case severed, billed for

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Ratings & Results

S&P Global Rates U.S. Property/Casualty Outlook Stable for 2026, Citing “Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty”

Allstate’s ‘Terrific Year’ Stems From ‘Serving Customers and Making Protection More Affordable’

Chubb Posts Record 2025 Profit and Underwriting Results, With Premium Growth in P&C and Life

‘Record Year Driven by Disciplined Execution’ Says The Hanover’s Roche in Latest Earnings Report

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New England Newswire

Davis & Towle Insurance Group Announces Partnership with The Insurance Source

Davis & Towle Insurance Group Announces Partnership with The Insurance Source

February 9, 2026 By AC Editor

New Hampshire Insurance Department Announces $185.62 Million in General Fund Contributions

February 2, 2026 By AC Editor

First in the Nation: New Hampshire Insurance Department Marks 175 Years of National Leadership

January 26, 2026 By AC Editor

Rhode Island’s Starkweather & Shepley Welcomes DiMatteo Insurance Brokers, LLC

January 12, 2026 By AC Editor

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Economic & Legislative News in Massachusetts

Report: Health Insurers Denied One in Five Claims in 2024

February 6, 2026 By State House News Service

HPC chief says data points to need for simplification to root out inefficiencies

Lawmakers See Role for Cameras in Road Safety Enforcement

Lawmakers See Role for Cameras in Road Safety Enforcement

February 4, 2026 By State House News Service

Committees keep hold on camera bills here while 22 states have passed laws

Rent Control Debate Intensifies with Opposition Campaign Launch

February 3, 2026 By AC Editor

Revere Councilor Silvestri says rent control would have stopped city development

Layoff notices fueling competitiveness, political debates

Layoff notices fueling competitiveness, political debates

February 3, 2026 By State House News Service

Zipcar, Panera and Thermo Fisher file layoff notices in one-week period

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State Reports More Open Meeting Law Complaints, and Violations

February 2, 2026 By State House News Service

AG’s Office Received 395 Open Meeting Law Complaints Last Year

Fossil Fuel Fallback Helping to Keep New England’s Lights, Heat On

January 26, 2026 By AC Editor

Feds grant grid operator emergency order to tap ‘maximum output’ of sources during cold week ahead

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Career News

Jim Marcoulier Promoted to Director of Underwriting at A.I.M. Mutual Insurance Companies

Christine Brown Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Captive Insurance

Christine Brown Appointed Deputy Commissioner of Captive Insurance

MEMIC Appoints Matt Coy as Next Chief Information Officer

2026 AXA Art Prize US is Open for Submissions

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Interviews

From Nuptials, Tickets, and Taxes to Trusted Advisor: One Agency’s Unique Path to P&C Success

A Conversation with Evan Silverio, President & CEO of Silverio Insurance Group

Deland, Gibson Celebrates 125 Years: A Conversation with CEO Chip Gibson

The Fourth-Generation Family-Owned Agency is Based in Wellesley

Talking with Richard Welch: Growth and Innovation at Hospitality Mutual | Agency Checklists

Talking with Richard Welch: Growth and Innovation at Hospitality Mutual

Mr. Welch is CEO of Massachusetts-based Hospitality Insurance Group

Born and Bred in the Bay State: The Special Agent Story

Our Latest Agency Interview is with the Founder & President of Special Agent

A Conversation with Daniel C. Bridge – The 2023 Insurance Professional of the Year

Daniel Bridge is Board Chair, President, and CEO of Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

Making The Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Nadeen Vella On Building NaVella Insurance From Scratch

Making The Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneur: Nadeen Vella On Building NaVella Insurance From Scratch

Our latest Agency Interview is with Nadeen Vella, the founder and owner of a virtual scratch independent agency.

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InsurOp-Eds

Agency Checklists, MA Insurance News, Mass. Insurance News, Insurance Claims, How to make an insurance claim after a natural disaster

The REAL Customer Experience

By Bill Wilson

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Agent Op-Ed: Why I Decided To Attend This Year’s Big “I” Legislative Conference

By AC Editor

InSurOp-Ed: Fried Chicken and Customer Loyalty

By Bill Wilson

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InsurOp-Ed: Certificates of Insurance: What Limits to Show?

By AC Editor

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In Memoriam

In Memoriam: Ronald A. “Ray” Lucas, 1936-2026

In Memoriam: Rudolph W. Christian, 1947-2025

In Memoriam: Bradford Lowe, 1939-2025

Company News

SIAA Fuels Next Wave of Growth Through New Strategic Partnership with Progressive

SIAA Fuels Next Wave of Growth Through New Strategic Partnership with Progressive

Ironpeak Continues to Reach New Heights

Ironpeak Continues to Reach New Heights

Gen X Underestimated Retirement. Now, They’re Not Sure They Can Catch Up

PURE Insurance Highlights Teen Driving Risks with New Claims and Parent Insights

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