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Industry News: Insurance
Insurance Market Is in for Changes 

An update on Citizens, State Farm, new insurers, assessments and the CAT fund. [read more]


High Court: Parents Can't Sign Away Kids' Rights 

The Florida Supreme Court says parents can't sign waivers giving up their children's rights to sue. [read more]


A Twist on Fraud 

The number of complaints from seniors about unscrupulous financial advisers and insurance agents who steer them into unsuitable annuities has nearly quadrupled in the past three years. Some cases involve a practice known as "twisting" -- a ploy designed to solely generate a commission for the agent. [read more]


Dosal Tobacco Feels Pack of Trouble 

Adding to Florida's cigarette tax is one thing, say Dosal Tobacco executives. But they think it's unfair to slap a fee on their products by retroactively including the company in a legal settlement in which it had no part.  [read more]


Florida's Economy: How Bad Is It? 

Florida is hurting: A regional look at the rough patches and bright spots. [read more]


A Game of Risk for Small Insurers 

Small, Florida-based insurers are snagging market share -- but are they the solution to reinvigorating the state's home insurance market? [read more]


Florida's Risk in Insurance 

As the betting window closes on the 2008 hurricane season, here's the status of Florida's gamble on hurricane risk. [read more]


Small Insurers Are Relieving the Pressure 

Florida domestic insurers -- about 20 have been formed in the last decade -- now have a third of the market. [read more]


Insurance Basics 

Insurance coverage is a key business concern. [read more]


Health Insurance  

Affordability is a key issue for owners and workers. [read more]


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