The Massachusetts IFB’s latest report reviews fraud trends, enforcement statistics, the Maxwell decision and key compliance lessons for insurers and agencies.
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WTW Sues Lockton After 18 Employees Exit in 44 Minutes
WTW sued Lockton after 18 construction brokerage employees resigned within 44 minutes, alleging client solicitation, contract breaches and fiduciary-duty violations.
Duffy Insurance Acquires Stephen J. Szczepanik Insurance Agency of Dracut, MA
Duffy Insurance Agencies acquired the 62-year-old Stephen J. Szczepanik Insurance Agency, expanding its Massachusetts footprint while preserving local service.
First Circuit: No Broker Duty Without an “Intelligible Request”
The First Circuit affirmed dismissal of negligence, contract and fiduciary-duty claims against Marsh, holding that disclosing a yacht did not constitute an intelligible request for additional insurance coverage.
Dowd Agencies Return To Full Family Ownership With Buyback Of Quincy Mutual’s 20% Interest
The Dowd Agencies repurchased Quincy Mutual’s minority ownership interest, restoring full family ownership after a decade-long strategic alliance.
