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

May 4, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

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

Hanover Q1 2026 results: Operating income $5.25/share, combined ratio 91.7%, pricing exceeds loss trends, and underwriting improves across all segments.

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

May 4, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

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

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

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

May 4, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

Adroit Health Group Barred in MA — $5M Settlement

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

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

April 27, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

Massachusetts surplus lines placement and E&O risk documentation

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

2026 InsurSec Report: Average Ransoware Loss Now $441,000

April 27, 2026 by Owen Gallagher

Cyber insurance claims trends showing ransomware and fraud losses in 2025

New data from At-Bay shows rising cyber claim severity, ransomware losses, and third-party liability driving structural changes in risk.

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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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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

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

By Owen Gallagher

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

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What Saving 15% Gets You…

By Bill Wilson

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InsurOp-Ed – Proposed Uber Bill Keeps Public And TNC Drivers at Risk

By Brian Boucher

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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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