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Insurance Library of Boston Summer Intern Program featuring training, networking, and career development for early-career professionals

Register for the Insurance Library’s 2026 Summer Intern Program!

May 12, 2026

Insurance Library opens registration for its 2026 Summer Intern Program, featuring webinars, in-person events, and 21 hours of training for interns.

Federal debate over cyber insurance backstop highlighting systemic risk and accumulation challenges

Is the Cyber Insurance Market Broken?

May 11, 2026

A federal report warns the cyber insurance market faces structural limits and calls for a U.S. cyber reinsurance backstop to address systemic risk.

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New ACORD Coalition Formed To Focus on Advancing Insurance Data Standards to Help Agents & Brokers

May 11, 2026

ACORD partners with AUGIE, CIAB, CSIO, IIABA/ACT, PIA, and WSIA to advance digital communication and data standards for P&C agents and brokers.

Massachusetts commercial auto insurance market share and premiums based on CAR data

3rd Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Commercial Auto Insurers

May 11, 2026

CAR data shows Massachusetts commercial auto premiums and market share through Feb. 2026, with top 10 carriers controlling 75.4% of the market.

CAR data shows Massachusetts auto insurance market share trends through Feb. 2026, with top 10 carriers controlling 86.45% of the market.

3rd Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Auto Insurance Marketplace

May 11, 2026

CAR data shows Massachusetts auto insurance market share trends through Feb. 2026, with top 10 carriers controlling 86.45% of the market.

NAIC nationwide homeowners insurance data call collecting ZIP-level data on premiums, claims, and coverage

State Insurance Regulators Issue New Nationwide Homeowners Market Data Call

May 11, 2026

NAIC launches nationwide homeowners data call capturing ZIP-level data on premiums, claims, coverage, and mitigation from 2018–2025 policy years.

Liberty Mutual earnings results

Liberty Mutual Posts $2 Billion Quarter as It Shifts from Defense to Growth

May 11, 2026

Liberty Mutual reports $2.05B Q1 2026 net income as catastrophe losses fall sharply, enabling a shift toward growth and increased advertising.

Safety Insurance earnings results

$14.3M Q1 Loss For Safety: Back-To-Back Storms’ 1600 Claims Cost $42.7M

May 10, 2026

Despite weather losses that pushed the combined ratio to 113.4%, Safety maintains its dividend and continues rate increases across all primary lines of business.

Insurance Coverage Cases

Martha’s Vineyard aircraft propeller strike and CGL coverage dispute under Massachusetts law

Court Rules: ‘Regardless of Whether’ In Exclusion Creates Ambiguity

May 4, 2026

A Massachusetts Federal court finds insurer must defend Vineyard hangar operator after $1.45M propeller damage claim.

Massachusetts surplus lines placement and E&O risk documentation

When Limited Market Access Meets Surplus Lines: An E&O Problem

April 27, 2026

Massachusetts producers face E&O risk when surplus lines placements lack documented diligent effort. A breakdown of BR-7, §168, and defensible file practices.

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Latest Agency Sales

Paradiso Insurance Acquired by Trucordia

May 4, 2026

New England insurance agency M&A activity Q1 2026

Insurance Agency Mergers & Acquisitions in Massachusetts | Q1-2026

April 28, 2026

Insurance agency mergers and acquisitions activity 2026 OPTIS report

OPTIS: Insurance Agency M&A Down 6% in Q1 2026, With Signs of Stabilization

April 27, 2026

ACORD: Carrier M&A Has Become a Smaller-Volume, Higher-Risk Game

April 13, 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

Massachusetts commercial auto insurance market share and premiums based on CAR data

3rd Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Commercial Auto Insurers

May 11, 2026 By AC Editor

CAR data shows Massachusetts auto insurance market share trends through Feb. 2026, with top 10 carriers controlling 86.45% of the market.

3rd Look 2026: Market Share Report for MA Auto Insurance Marketplace

May 11, 2026 By AC Editor

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Insurance Fraud

Adroit Health Group Barred in MA — $5M Settlement

Texas Agency Agrees To Pay $5 Million In Restitution and Costs

A Texas-based health agency barred from Massachusetts and will pay $5M over three years for misleading consumers on health insurance coverage .

AI insurance fraud illustration showing manipulated claims and insurer detection challenges

Verisk AI Study Finds Many Would Alter Image For Insurance Claim

A Verisk study finds AI-driven insurance fraud is increasing, with more consumers willing to manipulate claims and insurers struggling to detect altered documents and deepfakes.

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Ratings & Results

Liberty Mutual earnings results

Liberty Mutual Posts $2 Billion Quarter as It Shifts from Defense to Growth

Safety Insurance earnings results

$14.3M Q1 Loss For Safety: Back-To-Back Storms’ 1600 Claims Cost $42.7M

Hanover Insurance Q1 2026 results showing improved underwriting, combined ratios, and profitability across P&C segments

Record Q1 Results: The Hanover’s Combined Ratio Improves to 91.7%

Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

Vermont Mutual Annual Meeting Shows Strong Results

Mass. Right Track-Wrong Track Poll Shows More Division

US Property/Casualty Rating Affirmations Rose in 2025

Liberty Mutual Reports $6.8 Billion in 2025 Net Income as Combined Ratio Improves

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New England Newswire

Eric Cioppa was Maine's Superintendent of Insurance from 2011 until 2022.

Statement from Commissioner Joan Cohen on Passing of Former Insurance Superintendent Eric Cioppa

May 12, 2026 By AC Editor

Eric Cioppa was Maine's Superintendent of Insurance from 2011 until 2022.

In Memoriam: Eric Cioppa, 1958-2026

May 8, 2026 By AC Editor

Vermont Mutual Insurance Group

Vermont Mutual Annual Meeting Shows Strong Results

May 4, 2026 By AC Editor

Paradiso Insurance Acquired by Trucordia

May 4, 2026 By AC Editor

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Economic & Legislative News in Massachusetts

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Key Senator Says State Lacks Power Capacity for Data Center Expansion

May 12, 2026 By State House News Service

Massachusetts lawmakers debate AI data center growth, citing energy limits, water use, and climate risks as communities push back on development.

Massachusetts guidance on rounding cash transactions as they penny is removed from circulation

As Penny is Phased Out, Retailers Get Rounding Guidance

May 11, 2026 By State House News Service

Massachusetts regulators clarify legal rules for rounding cash transactions as pennies disappear, including sales tax treatment and consumer protections.

Massachusetts officials discuss AI regulation, workforce impact, and government use of ChatGPT technology.

AI Pace Raises Risk, Reward, Regulation Questions

May 8, 2026 By State House News Service

Mass. officials discuss AI regulation, workforce risks, and a “walled-off” enterprise ChatGPT system as lawmakers weigh guardrails and adoption challenges.

Micromobility scooters legislation Massachusetts

Healey Wants Speed Framework to Regulate E-bikes, Scooters

May 4, 2026 By State House News Service

Gov. Healey proposes first-in-the-nation speed-based framework to regulate e-bikes, scooters, and mopeds, enhancing safety and accountability.

Healey Expands Homebuyer Assistance with No-Interest Loans

May 4, 2026 By State House News Service

Massachusetts expands homebuyer aid to $25K at 0% interest. Program targets first-time buyers and aims to double annual participants.

Massachusetts economic and legislative news

Tax Cut Impacts Could Flow to Charitable Giving, Small Businesses

May 4, 2026 By Colin Young, SHNS

Massachusetts tax cut ballot could eliminate charitable deduction and raise S corp taxes, Healey administration says.

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Company Newswire

FM Global Rhode Island Research Campus displays 1,007 fire sprinklers, setting a Guinness World Record for property protection technology

‘Officially Amazing’: FM Earns a Guinness World Records Title for Largest Display of Fire Sprinklers

FM Global earns Guinness World Record for the world’s largest fire sprinkler display at its Rhode Island Research Campus, highlighting fire protection legacy.

American Family Insurance ‘Designed To Last’ reality series on Hulu showcasing home resilience against environmental hazards

American Family Insurance Launches New Branded Reality Series “Designed to Last”

American Family Insurance debuts “Designed To Last,” a Hulu reality competition exploring home resilience against extreme environmental hazards.

Progressive UpPayment program helps first-time homebuyers with up to $13,500 in down payment assistance

Progressive Insurance® Expands UpPayment® to Help 200 First-Time Homebuyers Get Into a Home

Progressive’s UpPayment program offers up to $13,500 in down payment assistance to help first-time homebuyers overcome barriers and secure a home.

Rhode Island Insurer Amica Celebrates 2025 Philanthropic Impact

Rhode Island’s Amica Celebrates 2025 Philanthropic Impact

Rhode Island Auto Insurer Highlights Nearly $6.5M in Support for Mission-Driven Nonprofits

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Career News

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Jeffrey C. Johnston Named NAIC Chief Executive Officer 

Patriot Growth Insurance Services appoints Chi Vo as Senior Vice President of Operations to lead agency integration and growth strategy

Chi Vo Joins Patriot Growth Insurance Services as Senior Vice President of Operations

Arbella Insurance leadership transition Bob Bizak retirement Andrew O’Donoghue promotion

Arbella Insurance Group Announces Retirement of Bob Bizak, Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing 

Risk Strategies founder Michael Christian

King Risk Partners Announces Addition of Michael Christian to Its Board of Directors

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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

InsurOp-Ed: The Invisible But Potentially Catastrophic Homeowners Exclusion That’s Not An Exclusion

By Bill Wilson

Agency Checklists, MA Insurance News, Mass. Insurance News, Insurance Doorknob Marketing

InsurOp-Ed: Doorknob Marketing

By Bill Wilson

The $1 Billion Blunder: How CrowdStrike’s Update Exposed Insurance Gaps

By Owen Gallagher

Agency Checklists Massachusetts insurance event

InsurOp-Ed: How “Skills-Based Hiring” Could Transform The Insurance Industry

By AC Editor

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In Memoriam

Eric Cioppa was Maine's Superintendent of Insurance from 2011 until 2022.

In Memoriam: Eric Cioppa, 1958-2026

In Memoriam: David H. Knight, 1936-2026

In Memoriam: David H. Knight, 1936-2026

In Memoriam: Saul F. Feingold, 1932-2026

In Memoriam: Saul F. Feingold, 1932-2026

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