Verna A. Hickman stood out as a pioneering African American woman executive in the insurance industry, serving as the public relations administrator at black-owned and founded Golden State Mutual Life Insurance Company.
Discover how Victorian-era insurance patrols, captured in a rare Edison film shot two days after Christmas Day 1896, protected properties during fires and evolved into modern Special Investigation Units (SIUs).
In a fascinating lecture at the Library of Congress, Dr. Elisabeth Engel presented her research on the emergence of the insurance industry in early America, revealing how fictional capital and risk assessment shaped the nation's financial landscape during its founding era.
Timeline of property insurance coverage reductions, documenting changes like exclusions, deductibles, and limitations. Mold exclusions, managed repair programs, roof coverage, and more. Updated regularly with industry contributions.
Reading through a remarkable 1907 paper, I found both comfort and inspiration in realizing that our predecessors grappled with the same fundamental mission of balancing robust consumer protection with a healthy, competitive property insurance market.
In 1895, a significant case highlighted early concerns about public insurance adjusters when Max H. Grauer, described as a "public insurance adjuster," faced charges of first-degree arson in New York's Court of General Sessions.
In researching the origins of public adjuster licensing, the historical record provides fascinating insights into the mindset of early insurance regulators. A particularly notable document from 1921 captures Pennsylvania Insurance Commissioner Thomas B. Donaldson's candid views during a period when states were first implementing licensing requirements. As noted
Explore a curated list of legal cases involving AI, focusing on its impact on insurance and legal professionals, including sanctions, lawsuits, and regulatory challenges.
An overview of public adjuster regulations for all 50 states, organized alphabetically, and all versions of the NAIC model act for public adjuster licensing, from 1921 to today.
Learn how to effectively search online archives and libraries to find the information you need for your project, matter, or whitepaper.
In 1913, attorney George W. Bristol penned "The Passing of the Legal Profession", and what he likely saw as a obituary for independent legal practice. His Yale Law Journal article provides a fascinating window into the insurance industry's growing influence in the early 20th century.
History in the making: there are new laws and changes for insurance professionals, including public and independent adjusters! Use this article as a starting point to learn more and track changes.