HO-91
HO-91 QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 12, 2017
3rd. Party Claim
3rd. Party Claim css-complaint-formQUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 12, 2017
E&O: Fact or Fiction? E&O Claim Reporting Period
E&O: Fact or Fiction? E&O Claim Reporting Period Utica National Insurance Group brings monthly loss control articles to MAIA members directly from the risk management team. Read the article below or download this month’s article in PDF format.
Auto Claim
Auto Claim QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 11, 2017
UPDATE: ACT. Texting Resources for Agents
UPDATE: ACT. Texting Resources for Agents Agents Council for Technology (ACT.) Releases Update to Texting Resources for Agents The Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America’s Agents Council for Technology (ACT), in conjunction with the Big “I” Office of the General Counsel, has recently updated the resources which were previously released to members in December of…
RMV: New Special Plate – ALS One
RMV: New Special Plate – ALS One The New ALS One Special License Plate is Available for Pre-Order The ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) One plate is a two-year passenger special (PAS) plate. Proceeds from this plate will fund ALS One Inc. All pre-ordered plates are being delivered to RMV Service Centers. After the pre-ordered plates…
Vehicle in Two Names/One Passes
Vehicle in Two Names/One Passes QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 6, 2017
Courtesy Stamp
Courtesy Stamp QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 11, 2017
Trailers and Awning Coverage
Trailers and Awning Coverage QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 11, 2017
PD Coverage
PD Coverage QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 6, 2017
License Reinstatement
License Reinstatement QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 6, 2017
Action Needed – Call Your State Representative Today!
Action Needed – Call Your State Representative Today! Call Your State Representative Today! Help get H.3682, “An Act relative to fair and accurate motor vehicle insurance quotes” to the House floor for a favorable vote. H.3682 has successfully moved favorably through 2 Committees – Financial Services and Steering and Policy. We need your help…
Rental in Peurto Rico
Rental in Peurto Rico QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on July 6, 2017
Avoid Surcharge
Avoid Surcharge QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on June 23, 2017
Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency… Cruisin’ into The Good You Do
Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency… Cruisin’ into The Good You Do Arthur S. Page Insurance Agency, a fourth-generation independent insurance agency and staple of downtown Newburyport, prides themselves on being an integral part of the community that means so much to them. Their annual support of several community events really showcase their commitment and dedication…
Tech Talk: One more potentially excluded business activity for the MAP or … ”The Gig Economy” strikes again!
Tech Talk: One more potentially excluded business activity for the MAP or … ”The Gig Economy” strikes again! By Irene Morrill, CPCU, CIC, ARM, CRM, LIA, CRIS, CPIW – VP of Technical Affairs, MAIA
Surviving Spouse
Surviving Spouse QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on June 5, 2017
RLI Home Business Insurance (HBI) Expands Inland Flood Coverage
RLI Home Business Insurance (HBI) Expands Inland Flood Coverage The RLI Home Business Insurance program has recently expanded their inland flood coverage offering, which is now available in Massachusetts. This optional coverage is now available by endorsement on both New and Renewal Home Business policies. Designed specifically for home-based business owners in lower flood risk areas, this…
Lawyers Professional Liability Program: Rate Decrease & Other Updates
Lawyers Professional Liability Program: Rate Decrease & Other Updates Swiss Re Corporate Solutions implemented a RATE DECREASE, for the Lawyers Professional Liability Program, which went into effect on April 1st. That’s a pleasant surprise for clients already insured with our program AND a great incentive to start quoting your remaining Lawyer Clients.
Commercial Auto ACORD Forms
Commercial Auto ACORD Forms QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on June 1, 2017
Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption
Disabled Veteran Tax Exemption QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 31, 2017
ePayPolicy Invites Agents to Apply for InsurTech Award
ePayPolicy Invites Agents to Apply for InsurTech Award ePayPolicy, MAIA’s electronic payment processor of choice, is now accepting applications for the ePayPolicy InsurTech Award.
RMV: ID Documentation Updates
RMV: ID Documentation Updates The RMV has published updated ID Documentation Requirements for individuals seeking both REAL ID and Standard ID.
DBAs
DBAs QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 25, 2017
Memorial Day Closure
Memorial Day Closure In observance of Memorial Day the MAIA and Number One Insurance Agency offices will close on Friday, May 24th at 2pm and will remain closed through Monday, May 27th. Our offices will re-open Tuesday, May 28th for our regular business hours.
Surcharge
Surcharge QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 17, 2017
Green Plate
Green Plate QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on May 16, 2017
PIP on Motorcycles
PIP on Motorcycles QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 11, 2018
Violatoin Codes
Violatoin Codes QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 19, 2018
MAIP Policy and OOS CDL
MAIP Policy and OOS CDL QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 24, 2018
You are invited to join the GIVE Movement!
You are invited to join the GIVE Movement! MAIA’s Young Agents are joining forces with Young Agents Committees across the country and the Big “I” for a week of giving. The Young Agents have chosen to help take a bite out of hunger in Massachusetts by volunteering and collecting donations for the Greater Boston Food…
RMV: What You (and your commercial clients) Should Know about the Driver Verification System (DVS) Program
RMV: What You (and your commercial clients) Should Know about the Driver Verification System (DVS) Program MAIA is often asked by members who want to know “what registry information can I share?” and as noted in our recent article “RMV: Registry Records – What Can You Share with Clients” sometimes they are asked to share information…
MA CAR Rules
MA CAR Rules QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 30, 2018
RMV: REAL ID Answers to common questions about the new document requirements.
RMV: REAL ID Answers to common questions about the new document requirements. The RMV has recently published an updated ask/answer article concerning some of the common questions about the new documentation requirements for driver’s licenses, ID cards, and learner’s permits.
MAIA’s Digital Campaign is Back in Action
MAIA’s Digital Campaign is Back in Action NOTE: This page refers to a past ad campaign. Learn about or 2019 Campaign HERE! Last year MAIA launched a digital advertising campaign to get the word out about independent agents and generate leads for your agency. We’ll be continuing the campaign this year and the refreshed campaign…
Plate vs. Policy
Plate vs. Policy QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 25, 2018
2A Cancellations
2A Cancellations QUESTION This question was answered based upon current rules, regulations & statutes in effect on April 18, 2018