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Bus Conversion to Camper

Bus Conversion to Camper QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 16, 2019 I cannot find the requirements needed to register a bus into a camper. I have had no luck finding that information.

Rate Comparison with Other States

Rate Comparison with Other States QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 17, 2019 How can I get any date regarding rates by coverage in comparison to other state for auto? For instance, I’d love to know where our collision, PD and comp rates are vs.…

Resident Benefit Package

Resident Benefit Package QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 17, 2019 This has nothing to do with an auto policy  , but perhaps you can direct me to someone else.   We have a client that is renting and has purchase a tenants policy thru our…

Deland, Gibson Insurance Renews Five Star Agency Designation

Deland, Gibson Insurance Renews Five Star Agency Designation The Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents (MAIA) has renewed the prestigious Five Star Agency Designation for Deland, Gibson Insurance of Wellesley.  MAIA noted that Deland, Gibson has been a Five Star Agency since 2000 and continues to demonstrate excellence in the five imperatives associated with the designation:…

WCRIBMA Releases Insured Assessment Rates for All Policies Effective July 1

WCRIBMA Releases Insured Assessment Rates for All Policies Effective July 1 The MA Workers’ Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau (WCRIBMA) has issued Circular Letter No. 2350, dated June 28, 2019, and titled Department of Industrial Accidents Assessment. The letter lists the official assessment rates to be applied to policies effective July 1, 2019 and thereafter.

Tech Talk: Employment-Related Practices Insurance (EPLI) – More Important Than You Think

Tech Talk: Employment-Related Practices Insurance (EPLI) – More Important Than You Think By Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, LIA, CRIS, CPIW  — VP of Technical Affairs, MAIA  

Should I Send a 2A??

Should I Send a 2A?? QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 17, 2019 I have a strange situation and don’t know how or if I do a BU2A for it. The insured’s mother has a leased vehicle that the daughter took over.  The leasing company…

Massachusetts HO Policy

Massachusetts HO Policy QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 04, 2019 I am looking for the most up to date copy of the Massachusetts Homeowners policy and the Massachusetts Auto policy. Some of our auto body shops are stating that they will not work on…

Substitute Transportation

Substitute Transportation QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 21, 2019 What is the rule for rentals in a third party claim?  Twice I have had issues with Progressive and GEICO stating that we have to use their company to appraise the vehicle in order to…

TNC Endorsements

TNC Endorsements QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 22, 2019 Are there any companies in MA besides Commerce that offer the TNC endorsement?

RMV Cautions about Unofficial Sites

RMV Cautions about Unofficial Sites  

CAR’s MAIP Steering Committee Votes to Amend Rules 21–33 & 36–39

CAR’s MAIP Steering Committee Votes to Amend Rules 21–33 & 36–39 In Bulletin 1082, Commonwealth Automobile Reinsurers (CAR) announced their vote to amend the following CAR Rules of Operation, which define the policies and procedures by which Members, Assigned Risk Companies, and Assigned Risk Producers are governed with regard to the operation of, and participation…

New Law for Discounts?

New Law for Discounts? QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 22, 2019 Was there a new law passed in May 2019 regarding low mileage and surcharge points that allows discount?

WCRIBMA Special Bulletin: Updated Information on Residual Market Share 06-19

WCRIBMA Special Bulletin: Updated Information on Residual Market Share 06-19 The MA Workers’ Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau (WCRIBMA) released Special Bulletin 06-19, Updated Information on Residual Market Share. 

2019 RMV Plate Lottery Now Accepting Applications

2019 RMV Plate Lottery Now Accepting Applications  

What Type of Plate

What Type of Plate QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 22, 2019 Good morning, If my insured puts a sign on her car will she need  a commercial plate.   I think yes but  some of us think no since it is not on all the…

CAR Approves Modification to Rule 2’s Definition of “Eligible Risk”

CAR Approves Modification to Rule 2’s Definition of “Eligible Risk” UPDATE: Effective July 23, 2019, the changes to Rule 2– Definitions are officially approved.  Details. Commonwealth Automobile Reinsurers (CAR) recently released Bulletin No. 1081,  “Proposed Changes To The Rules of Operation,” explaining their revisions to Rule 2 — Definitions. The Bulletin reads in part:

RLI – More than a One Trick Pony!

RLI – More than a One Trick Pony! You may know about RLI’s Personal Umbrella coverage for your clients, but do you know about their Home Business Insurance coverage?  You have access to both through MAIA’s Number One Insurance Agency! RLI Home Business Insurance Just as you have worked hard to build your agency business,…