Length of Road Test Score Validity
Length of Road Test Score Validity If an applicant for a driver’s license passes a road test but has not prepaid for the license, or if the license isn’t issued due to other outstanding fees, obligations, or non-active license status, the applicant must obtain their license while the test results remain valid. Applicants need to…
Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation Do best by your clients and check with Number One before placing their business with the WC Pool. MAIA Members have direct access to the Number One Insurance Agency, which offers multiple voluntary WC carriers. Give your clients the best options for their business with direct bill payment plans, deviated rates (carrier/class code…
New Returned Mail Letter
New Returned Mail Letter Registration and Title Applications (RTAs) from out-of-state dealers can be processed by mail through the Registration Department at Quincy RMV Headquarters. All other RTAs mailed to the Registration Department from Massachusetts dealers or individual customers get returned to the customer and they need to make an appointment at a service center…
Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation Do best by your clients and check with Number One before placing their business with the WC Pool. MAIA Members have direct access to the Number One Insurance Agency, which offers multiple voluntary WC carriers. Give your clients the best options for their business with direct bill payment plans, deviated rates (carrier/class code…
New Returned Mail Letter
New Returned Mail Letter Registration and Title Applications (RTAs) from out-of-state dealers can be processed by mail through the Registration Department at Quincy RMV Headquarters. All other RTAs mailed to the Registration Department from Massachusetts dealers or individual customers get returned to the customer and they need to make an appointment at a service center…
Issuance of Veteran and Military Plates to Lessees
Issuance of Veteran and Military Plates to Lessees Applications for Veteran and Military Plates can be accepted directly from eligible customers who lease, rather than own, a motor vehicle. Proof of the lease in the name of the applicant must be submitted. In this case, the Certificate of Registration and plates will be issued in…
Involuntarily Towed Vehicles
Involuntarily Towed Vehicles Towing companies sometimes tow vehicles for involuntary reasons, such as accidents, motor vehicle violations, or arrest warrants. Some of these vehicles are never claimed by their owners. Towing companies must wait 104 days to process a title application and obtain ownership of an unclaimed vehicle and they must follow a specific process…
Congratulations to Our 2022 State OCSRY Winners!
Congratulations to Our 2022 State OCSRY Winners! Each year, a group of exceptional insurance professionals are selected to represent their states and then compete to become the National Outstanding CSR of the Year. This prestigious award, regarded as the foremost national award of its kind, recognizes the contributions and commitment of those who serve clients…
Issuance of Veteran and Military Plates to Lessees
Issuance of Veteran and Military Plates to Lessees Applications for Veteran and Military Plates can be accepted directly from eligible customers who lease, rather than own, a motor vehicle. Proof of the lease in the name of the applicant must be submitted. In this case, the Certificate of Registration and plates will be issued in…
Involuntarily Towed Vehicles
Involuntarily Towed Vehicles Towing companies sometimes tow vehicles for involuntary reasons, such as accidents, motor vehicle violations, or arrest warrants. Some of these vehicles are never claimed by their owners. Towing companies must wait 104 days to process a title application and obtain ownership of an unclaimed vehicle and they must follow a specific process…
Changes to Big “I” Markets Commission Payments Take Effect September 1
Changes to Big “I” Markets Commission Payments Take Effect September 1 Over the past several years, Big “I” has encouraged all Big “I” Markets agents to enroll to receive commissions via electronic funds transfer (EFT) as part of its Disaster Recovery Plan. They’ve made great progress and are grateful so many agents have supported the…
RMV Update – 2022 Plate Lottery
RMV Update – 2022 Plate Lottery The 2022 RMV Plate Lottery began on Friday, July 8, 2022 at 5p.m. Customers can enter the plate lottery online using the myRMV Online Service Center. The lottery is online submission only; there is no paper application available. The deadline to enter the lottery is Friday, September 2, 2022 at 5p.m.…
RMV Update – 2022 Plate Lottery
RMV Update – 2022 Plate Lottery The 2022 RMV Plate Lottery began on Friday, July 8, 2022 at 5p.m. Customers can enter the plate lottery online using the myRMV Online Service Center. The lottery is online submission only; there is no paper application available. The deadline to enter the lottery is Friday, September 2, 2022 at 5p.m.…
Changes to Big “I” Markets Commission Payments Take Effect September 1
Changes to Big “I” Markets Commission Payments Take Effect September 1 Over the past several years, Big “I” has encouraged all Big “I” Markets agents to enroll to receive commissions via electronic funds transfer (EFT) as part of its Disaster Recovery Plan. They’ve made great progress and are grateful so many agents have supported the…
Hired/Non-Owned Auto Coverage
Question This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on June, 2022: Hired/Non-Owned Auto Coverage: Please clarify for us where an insured is covered under their Non Owned and Hired auto policy for BI or PD caused by a subcontractor? Answer Irene Morrill If the coverage is purchased through a BAP…
Tech Talk: Your Policy Coverage Could Be Limited Because of This…
Did You Know That How the Insured’s Name on the Commercial Policy Declaration’s Page is Written Can Limit Policy Coverage – a Recent MA Court Case Said So! by Irene L. Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, CRIS, CPIW, LIA VP Technical Affairs, MAIA It’s scary when understanding policy language isn’t enough. The court case involved…
Updated Company Auto Insurance Filings – July 2022
Updated Company Auto Insurance Filings – July 2022 MAIA periodically visits the Division of Insurance to collect the latest information about each company’s private passenger automobile insurance rules, rates, and forms filings. Recent changes and updates are presented here. Company Filing Date/Rate Impact Allstate ALSE133292421 Rule 12/01/22 New/Renew AMICA Mutual AMMA133168420 Rate 09/01/22 New/Renew +6% AMICA…