Background From August 27 through August 29, 2011, portions of Massachusetts suffered significant damage as a result of severe weather conditions related to Tropical Storm Irene. On September 3, 2011, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”) issued a Major Disaster Declaration for Berkshire and Franklin Counties, which makes individuals and state and local governments in […]
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DOI Launches New Toll-Free Number for Consumer Complaints & Inquiries
The Division of Insurance announced yesterday that it has created a new toll-free hotline number 877-563-4467 for insurance -related complaints and questions. The new toll-free number is a way for consumers to contact us and get information they need, or file a complaint if necessary,” explained the Commissioner of Insurance, Joseph G. Murphy. “This new […]
Agent Information To Help Clients Dealing With Damage from Hurricane Irene
Earlier today the Attorney General provided some tips for homeowner’s affected by the storm. Agency Checklists thought that these might be good idea for agents to pass on to their clients dealing with the aftermath of Irene. Reach out to clients and offer to help them understand their homeowner’s insurance policies. Agents deal with these […]
