Please Share This Article About Independent Agency Careers!
MAIA’s multi-pronged effort to help members address the talent gap includes the distribution of op-ed articles that promote independent agencies as a desirable career choice. Our most recent article, “Looking for a Stable Career in Uncertain Times? Try a Local Independent Insurance Agency,” was released to media outlets across MA, with the hope that it will…
We’ve Got a Hearty Appetite for Workers’ Comp
Do your business clients need Workers’ Comp coverage? MAIA’s Number One Agency would love to find you a seat at the table! We work with multiple carriers, so we’ve got a large appetite range, and we welcome the opportunity to look at your pool business, too! New business with prior experience is accepted, no prior coverage…
MAP Claim Question
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 07, 2020 QUESTION I hope you are well. I have an insured who was volunteering for a landscaping activity. He had a trailer attached to his truck and while they were loading a tractor onto the trailer, the back of…
RMV State of Emergency Extensions
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 08, 2020 QUESTION Was wondering if you could help. I know that the transfer rule was extended and I found the executive order from Governor Baker but that says the it shall remain in effect until the earlier of August…
Moped and MAP
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 13, 2020 QUESTION Good morning and I hope you and yours are happy and well… what a year! Our agency has a client with a son who attends Clemson University in South Carolina. The insured tells me his son bought…
Vehicle Transported to Puerto Rico
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 13, 2020 QUESTION Hope this email finds you well. Do you have and answer for or can you point me in the right direction concerning an insured (safety ins) is moving to Puerto Rico and shipping her vehicle. Does the Mass Insurance…
Changing a Garaging for Business
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 19, 2020 QUESTION When changing a garaging address for a business vehicle we are required to send in a form and the RMV-1 to the registry, is there a fee for that as well?
Announcing MAIA’s 2020 Award Winners
We are very pleased to announce the following deserving recipients of MAIA awards for 2020. The awards were presented on Friday, November 6th during MAIA’s Annual Meeting, held in conjunction with the virtual Big Event. Distinguished Service Award: Raymond D. Gallant, John F. Koegel, and Michael PangioneThe awards were presented to these outgoing Members of…
UPDATE: New Process for Customer Printing Temporary Docs
MAIA issued a Special Bulletin on 11/2/2020 about the RMV’s new central distribution process for certain plates and registrations ordered through the Registration Drop Off Centers. This notice updates and clarifies that information.
UHaul Rental
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 23, 2020 QUESTION My insured rented a uhaul box truck (for personal use) an hit a telephone pole I am correct in thinking the personal policy would not respond as the truck is a commercial type vehicle not a private…
Duplicate Registration Fee Overrides
If a customer contacts the RMV, indicates they did not receive their registration in the mail, and requests a duplicate, the $25 duplicate fee will be overridden if:
Merit Rating for OOS Charge
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 23, 2020 QUESTION A little bird told me you’re our RMV contact now! Lucky you! I’m wondering if you can answer a question for me. I have a driver who was charged with reckless driving in December 2018. That charge…
Dealers Physical Damage
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 26, 2020 QUESTION I am hoping you can help me understand the coverage for Dealers Physical Damage. Limit of Insurance for Comprehensive and Collision – Is the limit based on what the dealer paid for the used cars that are…
TURO
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 27, 2020 QUESTION We have recently had a couple of clients inquiring where they can get auto insurance if they participate in Turo. It is a ridesharing & rental of your own personal auto. I know the Personal Auto Policy…
Commercial Credentials (CDLs & CLPs) Extended to December 31st
All commercial credentials (CDLs and CLPs) that expired or will expire between March 1, 2020 and December 30, 2020 have been extended and will remain valid until December 31, 2020. CLP holders will not need to retake the general or endorsement knowledge tests if their permits originally expired during that time and have been extended.
Easing of Certain Annual Renewal Requirements for Retail Alcohol Licensees
Agents will want their liquor liability customers to know that, per Governor Baker’s COVID-19 Order No. 53, effective this Friday, November 6, at 12:01 a.m., all retail alcohol licensees must close their premises to the public by 9:30 p.m. In addition, licensees that remain closed to the public may automatically renew their liquor licenses for…
Commercial Drivers and SDIP
This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on October 30, 2020 QUESTION An adjuster told me today that a driver involved and liable in an accident with a vehicle on a commercial policy is not surcharged, that it is not reported to the registry. Is this true?