Office of Insurance Regulation - Press Releases

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Releases Annual Workers' Compensation Report to the Florida Legislature

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 19:37:28 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today released to the Florida Legislature its 2008 Workers' Compensation Annual Report on the state of the market for workers' compensation insurance.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Seeks Disciplinary Action Against Conseco Life Insurance Co.

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 16:56:32 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it has ordered the Conseco Life Insurance Co. (Conseco Life) to show cause to the Office why it should not suspend or revoke the company’s license, based on allegations of mismanagement. Read More....

Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup Adopts Proposal to Offer Benefits to All Persons with a Developmental Disability

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 21:02:33 GMT

Florida Deputy Insurance Commissioner Mary Beth Senkewicz today announced that the Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup has adopted a compact that will extend benefits to persons with all developmental disabilities, not just individuals with autism. Read More...

Media Advisory -- Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup to Discuss Draft Benefits Proposals

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 22:08:31 GMT

Media Advisory - Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup to Discuss Draft Benefits Proposals. Read More...

Media Advisory -- NCCI Work Comp Rate Hearing Tuesday

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 16:22:07 GMT

Public rate hearing for the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) to consider the workers’ compensation rate filing it made Nov. 14. Read More...

DOAH Judge Recommends Denial of State Farm Rate Increase

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 21:30:34 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that Administrative Law Judge Daniel Manry of the Division of Administrative Hearings (DOAH) late Friday afternoon issued a Recommended Order denying State Farm’s indicated statewide average rate increase... Read More...

Fla. Gov. Crist Launches Cover Florida, Invites Florida’s Uninsured to Consider Affordable Health Insurance Options

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 17:20:18 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Gov. Charlie Crist today witnessed the signing of contracts between six health insurance providers and Secretary Holly Benson of the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and Commissioner Kevin McCarty Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Elected to Officer Position with National Association of Insurance Commissioners

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 13:04:06 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation today announced that Commissioner Kevin McCarty was elected to the position of secretary-treasurer for the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). The vote today at the NAIC Winter National Meeting elevates McCarty to an officer position with the NAIC for a 1-year term.

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Earns Renewal of NAIC Accreditation

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:20:55 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it was recognized at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) Winter National Meeting for renewal of its Financial Regulation Standards accreditation. The accreditation acknowledges the Office for meeting the NAIC's standards for regulating the solvency of insurance companies licensed in the state.

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves Another Round of Policy Removals From Citizens Property Insurance Corp.

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 21:13:34 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the removal of up to 110,000 policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corp... Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves Another Rate Decrease for Workers’ Compensation, but Cautions that Rate Increases Might Come Soon

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 18:16:49 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty Tuesday issued a final order approving the National Council on Compensation Insurance's (NCCI) amended rate filing for workers' compensation insurance rates that will become effective Jan. 1. Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Names John McBride Legislative Affairs Director

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:16:33 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has appointed John McBride to the position of Legislative Affairs Director. Mr. McBride will report to Chief of Staff Audrey Brown. Read More...

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty Comments Further on Fla. Supreme Court Decision on Attorney Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 21:01:35 GMT

"Florida employers have realized a tremendous savings on their workers’ compensation insurance due in no small part to the limitations on attorneys’ fees that were put in place as a result of the 2003 legislative reforms. Read More...

Statement by Fla. Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Fla. Supreme Court Decision on Attorney Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 18:41:19 GMT

"The Office of Insurance Regulation is reviewing the court's decision to determine its potential impact on the workers' compensation system as a whole and on future workers' compensation insurance rates in Florida."

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Selection of Cover Florida Insurers

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:01:44 GMT

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Selection of Cover Florida Insurers... Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Orders Further Reduction in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 19:00:51 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has disapproved the National Council on Compensation Insurance’s (NCCI) Aug. 27 rate filing for workers' compensation insurance rates that would become effective Jan. 1. Read More...

Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup Discusses Coverage Options

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 16:50:24 GMT

The Developmental Disabilities Compact workgroup met Tuesday to begin initial discussions about coverage and benefits that private health insurers can offer to persons with developmental disabilities. Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Says: Leave Insurance Regulation to the States

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 14:57:51 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today released the following comments in response to recent opinions offered, in the wake of the financial issues of the American International Group (AIG), that insurance regulation should be moved to the federal level. Read More...

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Current Situation with AIG Companies

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:02:26 GMT

“I have been monitoring the AIG situation very closely; and I have been in contact with my fellow regulators in New York and Pennsylvania – the two states with primary regulatory control over the AIG companies involved. Read More...

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s New Reinsurance Rule Approved by State Financial Services Commission

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 18:27:43 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that the Florida Cabinet, in its capacity as the Financial Services Commission, approved a rule that would implement 2007 legislation giving the insurance commissioner discretion to allow the financially strongest unaccredited reinsurance companies to conduct business in Florida without having to post 100 percent collateral. Read More...

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Orders State Farm to Refund $120 Million to Policyholders for Unpaid Mitigation Discounts

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:43:23 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has ordered State Farm Florida (State Farm) to issue credits or refunds totaling $120 million to current and former policyholders... Read More...

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Appoints Additional Members to Developmental Disabilities Compact Consumer Advisory Workgroup

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:11:39 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the appointment of six additional members to the new Developmental Disabilities Compact Consumer Advisory Workgroup. Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues 2 Emergency Orders to Help Consumers Impacted by Hurricane Ike

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:46:04 GMT

In an effort to help Florida consumers who may be impacted by Hurricane Ike, Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today issued two emergency orders to all health insurers and health maintenance organizations (HMOs). Read More...

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Rejects State Farm

Fri, 05 Sep 2008 15:43:11 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has rejected State Farm Florida’s (State Farm) petition for a formal hearing... Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves AmCOMP Merger, also Requires Company to Refund $8.4 Million in Excess Profits

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 17:51:27 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has approved the merger of AmCOMP with Employers Holdings Inc. Read More...

Proposed Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates Would Drop For 6th Consecutive Year

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:51:38 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today that he has received the latest rate filing from the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) for workers' compensation insurance rates due to become effective next year. Read More...

Media Advisory -- Florida Office of Insurance Regulation to host public hearing on Stranger Owned Life Insurance (STOLI)

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 18:17:58 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will chair an informational hearing to discuss and receive public comment on the business arrangements variously called Stranger Owned Life Insurance... Read More...

Office issues notice of intent to disapprove State Farm’s 47.1 percent requested rate increase

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:36:26 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has issued a Notice of Intent to disapprove the July 16 rate filing submitted by State Farm Florida (State Farm). Read More...

Media Advisory -- Hurricane Deductible Does Not Apply

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 17:56:15 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty is issuing this advisory to remind Florida consumers and authorized insurers that the hurricane deductible of their homeowner’s policy does not apply at this time... Read More...

Media Advisory -- Meeting Postponed

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:34:24 GMT

Meeting Postponed

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues 2 Emergency Orders to Help Consumers Impacted by Tropical Storm Fay

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:57:35 GMT

In an effort to help Florida consumers impacted by Tropical Storm Fay, Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today issued two emergency orders to all health insurers and health maintenance organizations (HMOs).

Florida Insurance Commissioner Names Eric Lingswiler Interim Director of Life and Health Product Review

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 14:31:04 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has appointed Eric Lingswiler to the position of interim director of Life and Health Product Review. Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner and Allstate Resolve Pending Litigation, Company to Expand Writing Homeowners Insurance in Florida

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:11:24 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has reached a limited agreement with the Allstate Companies (Allstate) that includes a $5 million fine... Read More...

* URGENT * Media Advisory - Florida Insurance Commissioner to hold a news conference on new development in the ongoing Allstate matter

Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:34:48 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will hold a news conference to discuss a new development in the ongoing matter with the Allstate Insurance Companies. Read More...

Gov. Crist and Insurance Commissioner McCarty Announce Updated Web site to Shop for Homeowners’ Insurance

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:19:16 GMT

Gov. Charlie Crist and Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the launch of the updated www.shopandcomparerates.com Web site. The two offices activated this free, online tool in July 2007 to assist consumers looking to acquire or switch homeowners’ insurance coverage.

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues Notice of Intent to Disapprove Proposed Rate Hike for Florida Farm Bureau Insurance

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 15:37:11 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has issued a Notice of Intent to disapprove... Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Appoints Members of Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroups

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 16:43:18 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the appointments of the members of the new Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup and the Developmental Disabilities Compact Consumer Advisory Workgroup. Read More...

Florida to collect $1.7 million as part of multi-state settlement with HealthMarkets Inc.

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:22:23 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that Florida will receive $1.7 million dollars as its share of a $20 million multi-state settlement agreement among 29 jurisdictions and HealthMarkets Inc., and its affiliated companies, MEGA Life and Health Insurance Co, Mid-West National Life Insurance Co. and Chesapeake Life Insurance Co. Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Praises Court’s Decision Prohibiting the Use of Mandatory Arbitration in Life Insurance Contracts

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:03:20 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty welcomed the First District Court of Appeal’s decision affirming the Office of Insurance Regulation’s (Office) denial of United Insurance Company of America’s (United) request to include a mandatory arbitration clause in its life insurance contracts. Read More...

Media Advisory -- Commissioner to Speak to House Subcommittee

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 15:27:06 GMT

Commissioner McCarty will speak to the House subcommittee and offer comments on the increasing demand for long-term care insurance products; and he will explain how Florida, with one of the oldest populations in the United States, has implemented the most stringent requirements in the nation to protect seniors from unfair rate increases, unfair trade practices and discrimination.

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Joins Gov. Crist in Meeting with Lloyd’s of London

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:55:53 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today in London joined Gov. Charlie Crist and House Speaker Designate Ray Sansom in a meeting with Lord Levene... Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues Final Order in Florida Farm Bureau Rate Challenge

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 18:27:39 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty affirmed the ruling of administrative law judge Susan B. Harrell regarding the rate filing challenge between the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) and Florida Farm Bureau (Farm Bureau). Read More...

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Gov. Crist Signing Annuities Bill into Law

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:34:34 GMT

“I am very pleased that Gov. Crist has signed this important legislation, SB 2082, creating a law that will enhance protections for senior Floridians who are considering the purchase of annuities. Read More...

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Retirement of Citizens’ Board Chairman Bruce Douglas

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 18:57:49 GMT

“Mr. Douglas brought vision and expertise to addressing very challenging and complex problems and has helped Citizens become the customer-focused organization that it is today. Read More...

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Florida Supreme Court Order Declining Jurisdiction in Allstate Matter

Wed, 18 Jun 2008 21:17:37 GMT

“We are pleased with the Florida Supreme Court’s decision in declining to accept jurisdiction of the matter between Allstate and the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office). Read More...

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Issues Final Order in Hartford Rate Challenge

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:11:57 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has affirmed the ruling of an administrative law judge regarding the rate filing challenge between the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) and The Hartford Companies (Hartford). Read More...

FLORIDA AGENCIES ANNOUNCE $4 MILLION INSURANCE SETTLEMENT WITH AON CORP.

Fri, 23 May 2008 16:31:47 GMT

Attorney General Bill McCollum, Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink and Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that Florida has reached a settlement with Aon Corp., a large insurance broker that received undisclosed compensation in connection with the placement of insurance coverage on behalf of Florida policyholders.

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY APPROVES ANOTHER ROUND OF POLICY REMOVALS FROM CITIZENS

Wed, 21 May 2008 19:04:45 GMT

Commissioner McCarty announced today that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has approved the plans of six insurance companies to remove another 100,000 policies from Citizens Property Insurance Corp. in June. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY TO TESTIFY BEFORE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUBCOMMITTEE

Tue, 20 May 2008 19:29:59 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty, on behalf of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, will testify before the U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Subcommittee... Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY STAYS ALLSTATE SUSPENSION, CONTINUING COMPLIANCE REQUIRED

Mon, 19 May 2008 12:44:55 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has ordered a stay of the suspension of the Allstate Companies’ licenses to sell new business in Florida. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION TO CONDUCT SYMPOSIUM TO HELP COMPANIES WITH FORM AND RATE FILINGS

Thu, 15 May 2008 17:42:14 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) will host a Filing & Compliance Symposium May 22 and 23 at the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, Fla. Read More...

FLORIDA APPEALS COURT DENIES ALLSTATE MOTION FOR REHEARING, SUSPENSION RESUMES

Wed, 14 May 2008 19:48:41 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the immediate resumption of the suspension of the certificates of authority of the Allstate Companies to write new insurance policies in Florida. Read More...

URGENT MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

Wed, 14 May 2008 19:36:36 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will hold a media availability to discuss the First District Court of Appeal’s order of today upholding the Office’s Jan. 17 Immediate Final Order... Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON DISTRICT COURT OPINION AFFIRMING IFO AGAINST ALLSTATE

Wed, 14 May 2008 14:58:43 GMT

“I’m pleased to report that the First District Court today has again affirmed the appropriateness of the Office’s action in issuing the January Immediate Final Order suspending Allstate’s licenses to sell new business in Florida... Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ISSUES ORDER ALLEGING INAPPROPRIATE BUSINESS PRACTICES TO 2 LIFE INSURANCE COMPANIES, AMERICAN FIDELITY LIFE AND TRANS WORLD ASSURANCE

Thu, 08 May 2008 15:02:22 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has issued an Order to Show Cause to two life insurance companies related to their solicitation of business from U.S. military personnel. Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON HOUSE AND SENATE PASSAGE OF ANNUITIES BILL

Fri, 02 May 2008 20:31:59 GMT

I am very pleased that this important legislation has passed, because it will enhance protections for senior consumers who are considering the purchase of annuities. Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON HOUSE VERSION OF PROPERTY INSURANCE BILL

Thu, 01 May 2008 14:38:55 GMT

“I am pleased that some significant consumer safeguards have been maintained in the House version of Sen. Atwater’s original consumer-focused legislation, SB 2860. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION HOLDS PUBLIC HEARING ON NEW REINSURANCE RULES

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 21:38:27 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today held a public hearing to ask for input on a draft rule that would implement 2007 legislation giving the insurance commissioner discretion to allow unaccredited reinsurance companies to conduct business in Florida without having to post 100 percent collateral. Read More...

CORRECTION FLORIDA APPEALS COURT DENIES ALLSTATE MOTION FOR REHEARING, SUSPENSION WILL RESUME

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:40:59 GMT

The District Court of Appeal has withdrawn the Order it issued earlier today. Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD SUPPORTS GOVERNOR'S HEALTH PLAN

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 18:35:38 GMT

The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Advisory Board) met today to discuss several bills currently making their way through the legislature... Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON SENATE PASSAGE OF CONSUMER-FOCUSED BILL

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:35:58 GMT

"I am extremely pleased that the Florida Senate today passed, SB 2860, the consumer-focused legislation sponsored by Sen. Jeff Atwater (R-North Palm Beach).

MEDIA ADVISORY – FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:31:32 GMT

The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board announced that it will hold a public hearing to discuss and act on matters relating to the business of the Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board/ Florida Heath Reinsurance Program only.

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON MEETING WITH ALLSTATE AGENTS

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 15:50:52 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today met with several Allstate agents in his office to hear their personal stories and concerns... Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL CLARIFIES RULING UPHOLDING FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:13:01 GMT

In a clarification of its April 4 ruling, upholding the Office's Jan. 17 Immediate Final Order, suspending the licenses of the Allstate Companies from writing any new business in Florida... Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES RESUMPTION OF ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANIES’ SUSPENSION

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 19:55:55 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he will resume the suspension of the certificates of authority of the Allstate Companies to write new insurance in Florida until they fully comply with the subpoenas served Oct. 16 by the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office).

URGENT MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 19:05:03 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will hold a media availability to discuss the First District Court of Appeal's order of today upholding the Office's Jan. 17 Immediate Final Order... Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON PASSAGE OF CONSUMER-FOCUSED BILL BY SENATE BANKING AND INSURANCE COMMITTEE

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 19:46:40 GMT

"I am extremely pleased that the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee passed the consumer-focused legislation proposed today by Sen. Jeff Atwater (R-Palm Beach). Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES FORMAL COMPLAINT TO SUSPEND AMERICAN GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. LICENSE

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 18:09:50 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has filed an administrative complaint against the American General Life Insurance Co. Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON RECOMMENDATIONS BY SENATE SELECT COMMITTEE ON PROPERTY INSURANCE ACCOUNTABILITY

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 20:45:13 GMT

"I want to express my deep appreciation for the hard work and support of the Select Committee and its co-chairs, Sen. Atwater and Sen. Geller. Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY AMENDS CITIZENS' TAKE-OUT PROCEDURES AND REQUIRES POLICYHOLDER NOTIFICATION OF OFFERS FROM PRIVATE INSURANCE COMPANIES

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:49:53 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today signed an Order approving Citizens' take-out plans for the year and requiring Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO SPEAK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE FORUM SERIES

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 17:59:41 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will be the featured speaker in Thursday's Executive Forum Series at the Florida Atlantic University College of Business. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION TO CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED RATE INCREASE

Tue, 04 Mar 2008 15:17:46 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) will conduct a public hearing on the Foremost Insurance Group's proposed rate increases of up to 72.9 percent on mobile homeowners insurance rates. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION SUBMITS ANNUAL REPORT ON FREEDOM TO TRAVEL LAW

Mon, 03 Mar 2008 15:13:31 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today submitted the 2008 Freedom to Travel Report to legislative leaders... Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ORDERS WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE COMPANIES TO REFUND MILLIONS IN EXCESS PROFITS

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 16:04:10 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has ordered six workers' compensation insurance companies to return $4.2 million in excessive profits to their policyholders. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES FORMAL COMPLAINT TO SUSPEND ALLSTATE COMPANIES' LICENSES

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:56:59 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has filed an administrative complaint on a non-emergency basis seeking to suspend the certificates of authority of the Allstate Companies (Allstate) to write new insurance policies in Florida. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:23:59 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will address the U.S. House of Representatives Financial Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations at a special field hearing about the Florida homeowners' insurance crisis... Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD ANNOUNCES PUBLIC MEETING IN FT. LAUDERDALE

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:19:54 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation announced today that the Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Board) will hold a public meeting Friday, Feb. 1 at the Ft. Lauderdale City Hall in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Read More...

McCOLLUM, SINK AND McCARTY ANNOUNCE $12.5 MILLION AIG INSURANCE SETTLEMENT

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 19:16:45 GMT

Attorney General Bill McCollum, Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink and Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that Florida has reached a settlement with a large insurance carrier involved in a "pay-to-play" tactic used by Marsh & McLennan and other insurance brokers. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES ARGUMENT TO REINSTATE ALLSTATE SUSPENSION

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:09:10 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it has filed its response with the First District Court of Appeal seeking to have the suspension of the Allstate Companies' certificates of authority reinstated. Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON ALLSTATE'S EMERGENCY MOTION FOR IMMEDIATE RELIEF

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 17:49:39 GMT

"My office has received Allstate's Emergency Motion for Immediate Relief and is currently reviewing it very carefully.
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MEDIA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:07:15 GMT

MEIDA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER SUSPENDS ALLSTATE INSURANCE CO.

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:15:36 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he is suspending the certificate of authority of Allstate Companies to write new insurance in Florida until they fully comply with the subpoenas served Oct. 16 by the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office).

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 22:11:06 GMT

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER STOPS ALLSTATE HEARING

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 19:40:47 GMT

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today abruptly halted the scheduled two-day hearing into Allstate Companies’ reinsurance program, their relationships to risk modeling companies, insurance rating organizations and insurance trade associations.

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON STATE SENATE REQUEST FOR INSURANCE CO. EXECUTIVES TO TESTIFY AT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPERTY INSURANCE RATES

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 17:31:16 GMT

"I am pleased that Gov. Crist and the Legislature are supportive of the efforts of the Office of Insurance Regulation to ensure that insurance companies are complying with the law that was enacted last January. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION RELEASES ANNUAL WORKERS' COMPENSATION REPORT TO THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 14:58:22 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today released its annual report on the state of the market for workers' compensation insurance to the Florida Legislature. Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER DENIES TRAVELERS COMPANIES' RATE FILING

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 22:18:33 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the denial of rate filing submitted by The Travelers Companies Inc. (Travelers). Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE COMPANIES

Fri, 21 Dec 2007 21:09:59 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced an agreement with Universal Health Care Insurance Co. and Universal Health Care... Read More...

IDENTITY THEFT, YOU CAN INSURE YOURSELF AGAINST IT

Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:14:22 GMT

It might be the season of giving, but a new survey shows that a majority of Americans are actually worried about what might be taken from them. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ORDERS COMPANIES TO IMMEDIATELY CEASE ILLEGAL HEALTH INSURANCE SOLICITATION

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 17:18:50 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today issued an Immediate Final Order... Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD SUBMITS LEGISLATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE GOVERNOR AND LEGISLATURE

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 19:34:22 GMT

The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Board) has submitted its 2008 legislative recommendations for improvements in Florida's private health insurance market. Read More...

ROBIN WESTCOTT NAMED DIRECTOR OF PROPERTY AND CASUALTY FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT AT FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 16:10:29 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has promoted Robin Westcott to director of property and casualty financial oversight with the Office of Insurance Regulation... Read More

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION DENIES PROPOSED RATE HIKE FOR ALLSTATE COMPANIES

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 20:24:08 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has issued Notices of Intent... Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH FIRST AMERICAN TITLE

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 14:17:19 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has signed an agreement resolving an ongoing joint investigation of The First American Title Insurance Company... Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION PARTICIPATES IN MULTI-STATE SETTLEMENT OVER DISCRIMINATORY LIFE INSURANCE PRICING

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 18:42:11 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) announced today that it has joined the states of Texas, Georgia, California and Ohio in reaching a settlement with Americo Life Inc. Read More...

AUDREY BROWN PROMOTED TO CHIEF OF STAFF AT FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 22:10:22 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that he has promoted Audrey Brown to the position of chief of staff with the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office), effective Nov. 19. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- PUBLIC RATE HEARING SCHEDULED FOR ALLSTATE COMPANIES

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 19:59:36 GMT

PUBLIC RATE HEARING SCHEDULED FOR ALLSTATE COMPANIES Read More...

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSAGE OF THE HOMEOWNERS’ DEFENSE ACT OF 2007

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 14:38:06 GMT

"I want to congratulate the U.S. House of Representatives on having the vision and leadership to pass HR 3355, The Homeowners' Defense Act of 2007. I especially want to extend my personal thanks and gratitude to the bill's authors, Congressmen Ron Klein and Tim Mahoney, both of Florida. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION APPROVES NEW MULTI-PERIL COMMERCIAL INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR CITIZENS PROPERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 21:04:02 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) announced today that it has approved a new multi-peril commercial non-residential insurance program for Citizens Property Insurance Corp. (Citizens). Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY APPROVES RATE DECREASE FOR WORKERS’ COMPENSATION

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 15:26:53 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today that he has approved the National Council on Compensation Insurance's (NCCI) amended rate filing for workers' compensation insurance rates. Read More...

REPORT SHOWS MIXED RESULTS FOR HEALTH INSURANCE MARKET IN FLORIDA

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 14:36:33 GMT

The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (FHIAB) yesterday issued a report about the Florida health insurance market covering the period 2001 to 2006. Read More...

PRIVATE INSURERS FIND WAY TO GROW IN FLORIDA HOMEOWNERS MARKET

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 15:01:08 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it has signed Consent Orders allowing four companies to assume a total of 173,000 policies from the Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the state's insurer of last resort. Read More...

MEDIA ADVISORY -- AUTO-OWNERS PUBLIC HEARING POSTPONED

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 18:42:19 GMT

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FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ORDERS FURTHER DECREASE IN WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE RATES

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:24:45 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today that he has disapproved the National Council on Compensation Insurance's (NCCI) latest rate filing for workers' compensation insurance rates, due to become effective next year. Read More...

FLORIDA DEPUTY INSURANCE COMMISSIONER SENKEWICZ TO SPEAK AT FAHP ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 18:44:27 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation's (Office) Deputy Insurance Commissioner for Life and Health, Mary Beth Senkewicz, is scheduled to speak Oct. 23 at the 2007 Florida Association of Health Plans (FAHP) Annual Conference at the Four Seasons Resort in Palm Beach, Fla. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION SUBPOENAS ALLSTATE FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON POLICIES AND RATES

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 16:18:06 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it has issued subpoenas to the following Allstate companies doing business in Florida...Read More

FLORIDA CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE RULES IN FAVOR OF OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ON CHALLENGE TO SUBPOENAS

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 19:44:27 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that a Leon County Circuit Court Judge has dismissed petitions filed by the Cincinnati Insurance Co. and the Cincinnati Indemnity Co. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION DENIES USAA RATE FILING, PUBLIC HEARING CANCELLED

Mon, 08 Oct 2007 19:10:36 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) announced today the disapproval of a rate increase filing submitted by United Services Automobile Association (USAA), USAA Casualty Insurance Company and USAA General Indemnity Company. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION REACHES AGREEMENT WITH STATE FARM, RETURNING MORE THAN $46 MILLION TO POLICYHOLDERS

Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:47:17 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office), in collaboration with the Office of the Attorney General (OAG), today announced that it has reached an agreement with State Farm Florida to reduce rates by an additional 2 percent for its Florida policyholders. Read More...

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES SETTLEMENT WITH VIATICAL PROVIDER

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 16:08:52 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced that a settlement has been reached with Coventry First LLC (Coventry) regarding an investigation into the company's business practices in Florida. Read More...

FLORIDA’S 2007 MEDICAL MALPRACTICE REPORT SHOWS POSITIVE TRENDS FOR THE INDUSTRY

Fri, 28 Sep 2007 21:28:50 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today released its 2007 annual report on the medical malpractice insurance market in Florida. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ADDRESSES REGULATORS AND INDUSTRY ON CATASTROPHE ISSUES

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 20:55:56 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today addressed fellow regulators, congressional leaders, members of the insurance industry and the media as part of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners' (NAIC) Southeast Zone meeting in Mobile, Ala. Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD TO HOLD CONFERENCE CALL

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 13:43:16 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation announced today that the Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Board) will hold a conference call Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to discuss additional business that was not covered during Monday's meeting. Read More...

FLORIDA FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION ADOPTS RULE TO PROTECT MILITARY PERSONNEL FROM INSURANCE SALES FRAUD

Wed, 19 Sep 2007 15:09:12 GMT

The Florida Financial Services Commission, which is comprised of Gov. Charlie Crist and members of the Cabinet, today adopted a Rule proposed by Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty that will protect active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces from dishonest and predatory insurance sales practices in Florida. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY TO CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING ON CINCINNATI RATE FILINGS

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 18:27:30 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) will conduct a public hearing on rate filings submitted by The Cincinnati Insurance Company and The Cincinnati Indemnity Company. Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARING

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 13:30:15 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation announced today that the Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Board) will hold a public hearing Monday, Sept. 17 at noon at 401 Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY DENIES RATE INCREASES FOR HARTFORD INSURANCE COMPANIES

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 14:31:51 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the denial of eight rate filings submitted by insurance companies of The Hartford Financial Services Group. The filings submitted were not actuarially justified and lacked supporting information. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY TO CO-HOST HEARING ON INSURANCE COVERAGE ISSUES IN COASTAL REGIONS

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 13:25:04 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty along with Alabama Insurance Commissioner Walter Bell will co-host a public hearing to address issues of affordability and availability of property insurance in high-hazard coastal areas of the Southeast. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY RESCHEDULES STATE FARM PUBLIC HEARING ON POLICIES AND RATES

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 14:41:37 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has expanded the Office's review of State Farm Florida Insurance Company, State Farm Florida Fire and Casualty Insurance Company and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY JOINS WITH OTHER STATES IN A SETTLEMENT WITH UNITED HEALTHCARE WORTH MILLIONS

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 20:24:35 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced a multi-state settlement agreement with United Healthcare Insurance Company and affiliates following a multi-year review of company practices. Read More...

PROPOSED WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE RATES WOULD DROP FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Fri, 05 Oct 2007 20:35:13 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today he has received the latest rate filing for workers' compensation insurance rates due to become effective next year. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY SCHEDULES PUBLIC HEARING ON TITLE INSURANCE

Mon, 20 Aug 2007 19:53:59 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty served subpoenas on several members of the title insurance industry, directing them to appear before a panel of the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) to discuss matters involving the sales and business practices of title insurance in Florida. Read More...

TWO INSURANCE COMPANIES WITHDRAW FILINGS FOR RATE INCREASES

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 18:16:30 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) announced today that AMEX Assurance Company and IDS Property Casualty Insurance Company withdrew their filings. Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD MEETS IN MIAMI

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 21:14:34 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation announced today a scheduled public meeting of the Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board to discuss matters surrounding the availability and affordability of health insurance in Florida. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION DENIES RATE FILINGS

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 16:21:59 GMT

This week, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation denied the rate requests of three companies for not substantially lowering their property insurance rates pursuant to House Bill 1A. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION TAKES ACTION ON RATE FILING

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 20:54:36 GMT

This week, the Office of Insurance Regulation disapproved Metropolitan Casualty Insurance Company's and Metropolitan Property & Casualty Insurance Company's rate filings because they lacked the legally required signatures of either the Chief Executive Officer or Chief Financial Officer. Read More...

STATE FARM HEARING POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 19:14:12 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has postponed the public hearing to be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2007 regarding recent underwriting decisions made by the State Farm companies conducting business in Florida. Read More...

OIR SCHEDULES MULTIPLE PUBLIC HEARINGS ON TRUE-UP FILINGS

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 18:01:07 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled public hearings on the "true-up" rate filings submitted by Metropolitan Casualty Insurance Company (Metropolitan Casualty), Hartford Insurance Group (Hartford), IDS Property and Casualty Insurance Company (IDS), AMEX Insurance Company (AMEX), Capitol Preferred Insurance Company (Capitol Preferred), Sentry Mutual Insurance Company (Sentry Mutual), and Owners Insurance Group (Owners). Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY SUBPOENAS STATE FARM FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON POLICIES AND RATES

Tue, 07 Aug 2007 16:50:00 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty issued subpoenas to State Farm Florida Insurance Company, State Farm Florida Fire and Casualty Insurance Company and State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, directing the three Florida subsidiaries to appear in a public hearing in Tallahassee. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ANNOUNCES A LONG-TERM CARE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 16:19:10 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation today announced the adoption of standards applicable to new and existing long-term care insurance policies under the new Long-Term Care Partnership Program, effective July 29, 2007. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION DENIES FLORIDA FARM BUREAU’S REQUEST FOR RATE INCREASE

Fri, 20 Jul 2007 14:52:52 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty announced today that the Office of Insurance Regulation is denying Florida Farm Bureau's request to raise its rates by 30.3%. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ORDERS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURERS TO REFUND OVER $13 MILLION TO CUSTOMERS

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 18:56:36 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty issued a Consent Order today requiring The Chubb Group of companies to refund over $13 million in excess profits to its customers. Read More...

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD TO HOST PUBLIC MEETING ON HEALTH CARE

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 20:26:07 GMT

The Florida Health Insurance Advisory Board (Board) has scheduled a public meeting to discuss critical issues for the Florida health care insurance market. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ISSUES CEASE AND DESIST ORDER TO UNLICENSED VIATICAL

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 15:52:31 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty issued a Cease and Desist Order to Great West Growth, LLC of Minneapolis, Minnesota ordering Great West Growth to cease operating as a viatical settlement provider in Florida. Read More...

PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR FLORIDA FARM BUREAU RATE FILING

Wed, 27 Jun 2007 16:35:52 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled a public hearing for a rate filing submitted by Florida Farm Bureau Casualty Insurance Company and Florida Farm Bureau General Insurance Company. Read More...

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ANNOUNCES STAFF CHANGES

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:30:34 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced new staff changes for the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation. Read More...

COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ORDERS INSURER TO REFUND UP TO $43.2 MILLION TO CUSTOMERS

Fri, 15 Jun 2007 19:45:55 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty issued a Consent Order requiring United Property & Casualty Insurance Company to refund millions of dollars in unapproved homeowners' insurance rate increases. Read More...

COMMISSIONER HAILS SUPREME COURT DECISION ON CREDIT SCORING

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 18:26:12 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty hailed the United States Supreme Court's recent ruling on insurers' use of credit scoring. The litigation involved two national auto insurers, Safeco Insurance Company of America, and GEICO General Insurance Company. The case alleged that insurers used credit reports and took "adverse action" on policyholders without giving proper notice. Read More...

COMMISSIONER WELCOMES EIGHT NEW PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURERS TO FLORIDA

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 16:24:30 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation finished a busy week before hurricane season finalizing two applications bringing the total to eight new insurers entering the property and casualty insurance marketplace in Florida since January 1, 2007. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION RELEASES STUDY OF APPURTENANT STRUCTURES

Fri, 11 May 2007 19:30:58 GMT

The Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today issued a final report titled, "Evaluation and Report on the Insurability of Attached and Free Standing Structures." Read More...

OFFICE MOVES TO SHUT-DOWN VIATICAL PROVIDER FOR DISHONEST PRACTICES

Thu, 10 May 2007 20:43:28 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today issued a Notice and Order to Show Cause to Coventry First LLC alleging violations of the Florida Insurance Code and for "engaging in fraudulent or dishonest practices." Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION APPROVES CITIZENS’ SINKHOLE FILING

Wed, 09 May 2007 19:36:35 GMT

The Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) issued an order approving form filings for Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, the state's insurer of last resort. The filings would exclude sinkhole coverage from Citizens’ base policy for all 67 counties. Read More...

FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION APPROVES RULES PRESENTED BY THE OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

Tue, 01 May 2007 20:29:49 GMT

The Financial Services Commission (FSC) today took further steps to implement the insurance reforms Governor Charlie Crist has called for and the House and Senate passed into law during the January special session. Read More...

- REVISED - COMMISSIONER MCCARTY URGES FLORIDIANS TO PURCHASE FLOOD INSURANCE

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 14:55:37 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty urged Floridians to purchase flood insurance to protect their homes. McCarty's warning comes on the eve of the 2007 hurricane season which officially begins June 1. The Commissioner also wants Floridians to be aware that there is a standard 30-day waiting period before coverage takes effect. Read More...

STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER MCCARTY ON INAPPROPRIATE USE OF STATE RESOURCES

Thu, 19 Apr 2007 19:50:15 GMT

Commissioner Kevin McCarty today accepted the resignation of his Communications Director Bob Lotane following allegations of unauthorized use of a state-owned computer by an employee of the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office).

- CONSUMER ALERT - FLORIDIANS ALERTED TO BEWARE OF UNAUTHORIZED LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITY ENTITY

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 14:04:46 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today issued an alert to Floridians to beware of an unauthorized entity that is marketing a Charitable Gift Annuity to Florida consumers by convincing them to replace their existing annuities or cash value life insurance policies. Read More...

OFFICE ANNOUNCES ADOPTION OF THE HOME STRUCTURE RATING SYSTEM (HSRS)

Wed, 04 Apr 2007 17:22:14 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has issued a report officially recommending the Home Structure Rating System (HSRS).

REPORT RELEASED ON USE OF OCCUPATION AND EDUCATION AS FACTORS IN DETERMINING RATES AND UNDERWRITING

Mon, 02 Apr 2007 14:02:45 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today issued a report analyzing the insurance industry’s use of occupation and education for the underwriting and rating of auto insurance policies. The report finds the use of these practices unintentionally harms minorities and low-income individuals in determining auto insurance premiums and insurance eligibility.

PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR NATIONWIDE RATE FILING

Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:16:03 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled a public hearing on a rate filing submitted by Nationwide Insurance Company of Florida (Nationwide). Read More...

MCCARTY TESTIFIES ON CAPITOL HILL ON FEDERAL ROLE IN NATURAL DISASTER RECOVERY AND INSURING AGAINST NATURAL DISASTERS

Tue, 27 Mar 2007 20:23:36 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty testified today before a subcommittee of the U.S. House of Representatives about methods to address the availability and affordability of insurance for natural disasters. The Subcommittee on Housing and Community Opportunity also examined what, if any, role the federal government should play in insuring against natural disasters.

MCCARTY RECOMMENDS DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS FOR ST. PETERSBURG HEALTH INSURER

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 12:20:19 GMT

Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty advised Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink today that the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has determined grounds exist for the initiation of delinquency proceedings against Universal Health Care Insurance Company (UHCIC).

FLORIDIANS CAN NOW MONITOR THE IMPACT OF THE NEW PROPERTY INSURANCE REFORM LAW

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 20:28:32 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced it has added a new page to its website that allows Floridians to view adjustments to their premiums based on recent insurer filings. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION SUBMITS REPORT ON FREEDOM TO TRAVEL LAW

Fri, 02 Mar 2007 18:43:28 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today submitted a report to legislative leaders detailing how life and health insurers are complying with the new law regarding use of lawful past travel or future travel plans in insurance sales. Read More...

MCCARTY RELEASES RATE REDUCTIONS TO BE ADOPTED BY FLORIDA PROPERTY INSURERS

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 16:59:03 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today released the property insurance discounts that insurers are required to pass along to policyholders. Read More...

- Media Advisory - PRESS CONFERENCE SCHEDULED TOMORROW ON RELEASE OF DISCOUNT SAVINGS FACTOR

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 18:02:57 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty will be releasing property insurance discounts insurers are required to pass along to policyholders tomorrow during a press conference in Tallahassee. Read More...

COMMISSIONER SIGNS ORDER ADVISING INSURANCE COMPANIES TO FILE RATES INCLUDING SAVINGS FACTOR

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 21:49:43 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today signed an order advising residential insurers to make rate filings to include the new discount factor mandated by legislation passed during the recent special session. Read More...

COMMISSIONER APPROVES FIRST PROPERTY INSURANCE RATE REDUCTION IN WAKE OF NEW INSURANCE REFORMS

Fri, 16 Feb 2007 20:25:13 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today approved the first filing with proposed rate cuts in response to the recently enacted insurance reform law. American Strategic Insurance Company (ASI) was approved for a statewide average rate reduction of 11.4 percent to become effective on March 1st for new customers and on May 1, 2007, for renewal business. Read more...

INSURANCE COMMISSIONER NAMES TEAM TO CALCULATE PROPERTY INSURANCE RATE SAVINGS

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 20:36:00 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today announced that it has contracted with a consulting actuary to calculate property insurance rate reductions for Floridians which are required under legislation recently signed into law by Gov. Charlie Crist. Read More

FLORIDA TO HEAD UP CONFERENCE TO EXPLORE ESTABLISHMENT OF A MULTI-STATE CATASTROPHE PLAN

Wed, 14 Feb 2007 18:34:28 GMT

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) will hold a meeting tomorrow and Friday to explore the creation of a multi-state catastrophe plan. Read More...

PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR LIBERTY AMERICAN RATE FILING

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 17:52:11 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled a public hearing on a rate filing submitted by Liberty American Insurance Company (Liberty American), Liberty American Select Insurance Company (Liberty American Select) and Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company (Philadelphia). Read More...

PUBLIC HEARING ON USE OF OCCUPATION AND EDUCATION AS FACTORS IN DETERMINING RATES AND UNDERWRITING

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 21:22:23 GMT

McCarty opened the hearing by asserting, “Florida has an incredibly rich and diverse racial and ethnic mix. Many of our minority or low income residents are beginning to work their way up the economic ladder. We do not want to make that climb tougher by penalizing these citizens due to their place on that ladder.”

- MEDIA ADVISORY - PUBLIC HEARING ON USE OF OCCUPATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION BY INSURANCE COMPANIES TO SET RATES

Wed, 07 Feb 2007 18:04:03 GMT

The Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) will hold a public hearing on the use of occupation and education as underwriting factors by insurance companies. Read More...

MCCARTY ORDERS PRESCRIPTION DRUG REFILL STATUTE SUSPENDED DUE TO CENTRAL FLORIDA TORNADOS

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 14:30:56 GMT

TALLAHASSEE (02/04/2007) Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today reminded Floridians that statutes governing prescription refills are suspended effective February 2, 2007 due to a state of emergency declared because of the tornados which struck central Florida. Therefore, consumers can obtain a 30-day prescription refill, regardless of the date of the most recent refill to provide an adequate supply in the event they have to evacuate their homes. Read more...

MCCARTY ISSUES ORDER PROHIBITING CANCELLATION OF INSURANCE POLICIES FOR VICTIMS OF TORNADOS

Mon, 05 Feb 2007 14:12:55 GMT

TALLAHASSEE (02/03/2007) Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has issued an emergency order prohibiting insurance companies from canceling personal lines insurance policies for victims of Friday night’s tornados in central Florida. The order also prohibits insurers from canceling or non-renewing a policy solely because of claims resulting from the February tornados and extends deadlines for payment of insurance premiums and other required correspondence. Read more...

OFFICE ORDERS CITIZENS RATE ROLLBACK, SINKHOLE DISCOUNTS

Wed, 31 Jan 2007 21:09:36 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty has issued an order rescinding Citizens Property Insurance Corporation’s approved rates that would have become effective January 1, 2007, and further ordered Citizens to rollback rates to December 31, 2006 levels. Read More...

PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR ARBITRATION ON HOMEWISE INSURANCE RATES

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:31:19 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled an arbitration hearing to review a filing submitted by Homewise Insurance Company (Homewise) in July, 2006. Read More...

STATEMENT FROM INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON INSURANCE REFORMS SIGNED INTO LAW

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 16:15:46 GMT

Gov. Charlie Crist today signed into law a comprehensive insurance reform bill designed to make property insurance more affordable and to provide important consumer protections. Read More...

MEDICAL MALPRACTICE RATE HEARINGS SCHEDULED AT REQUEST OF THE CONSUMER ADVOCATE

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:25:43 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled public hearings to review medical malpractice rates at the request of the Florida’s Insurance Consumer Advocate Steve Burgess. Read More...

PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED ON USE OF OCCUPATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION BY INSURANCE COMPANIES TO SET RATES

Fri, 12 Jan 2007 19:37:13 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today announced the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) will hold a public hearing on the use of occupation and education as underwriting factors by insurance companies. McCarty said he is concerned that the use of such information, primarily by automobile insurance companies, discriminates against minority policyholders who end up paying higher premiums regardless of their driving records.

MCCARTY WELCOMES DECISION ON CHALLENGE TO INSURANCE CREDIT SCORING RULE

Thu, 04 Jan 2007 21:04:00 GMT

Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty, today, welcomed a decision by the Division of Administrative Hearings regarding a challenge to the credit scoring rule promulgated by the Office of Insurance Regulation (Office). The rule was filed in March of 2005 and approved by Gov. Bush and the Florida Cabinet. It implements section 626.9741 F.S. which was passed by the Legislature and signed into law in June of 2003. Read more...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION RELEASES REPORT ANALYZING WORKERS’ COMPENSATION MARKET

Fri, 29 Dec 2006 20:47:00 GMT

Pursuant to Section 627.211(6), Florida Statutes, the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today released its annual report to the Legislature evaluating the vitality of the workers’ compensation insurance marketplace in Florida. The report contains an analysis of the availability and affordability of workers’ compensation coverage. Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION APPROVES REDUCED USAA HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE RATE INCREASE

Thu, 21 Dec 2006 16:05:49 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today approved a revised rate filing submitted by United Services Automobile Association (USAA) and USAA Casualty Insurance Company (USAA Casualty). Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION APPROVES REDUCED ALLSTATE HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE RATE INCREASE

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 15:34:05 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today approved revised rate filings submitted by Allstate Floridian Insurance Company (Allstate Floridian) and Allstate Floridian Indemnity Company (Allstate Indemnity). Read More...

OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION RELEASES REPORT ON DISCOUNT MEDICAL PLAN OPERATIONS IN FLORIDA

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 16:30:58 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) today released a market report analyzing Discount Medical Plan Operations (DMPOs) operating in Florida. The report follows last year’s veto of legislation that sought to weaken the Office’s regulatory authority over the DMPO industry. The DMPO industry has indicated it will propose similar legislation in 2007. Read more...

PUBLIC HEARING SET IN PASCO FOR CITIZENS SINKHOLE RATES

Fri, 15 Dec 2006 16:39:10 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled a public hearing on rate filings submitted by Citizens Property Insurance Corporation (Citizens) proposing a decrease in sinkholes rates statewide. The hearing for these rate filings will be held in Pasco County at Spartan Manor, 6121 Massachusetts Avenue, New Port Richey. The hearing will begin at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 18, 2006. Read more...

PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR RATE FILINGS FROM SOUTHERN OAK INSURANCE COMPANY

Tue, 12 Dec 2006 15:55:21 GMT

The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has scheduled a public hearing on rate filings submitted by Southern Oak Insurance Company. Read More...

OIR RELEASES 2006 REPORT ON MEDICAL MALPRACTICE MARKET

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 21:11:32 GMT

Tallahassee (November 29, 2006) – The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (Office) has released its 2006 annual report on the medical malpractice insurance market in Florida. Read More...

CITIZENS FOR A BETTER CITIZENS WEBSITE LAUNCHED TO SOLICIT SUGGESTIONS FROM CONSUMERS

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 13:06:17 GMT

TALLAHASSEE (11/27/2006) – Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty today unveiled a new website that will allow interested parties to submit suggestions to Citizens Property Insurance Corporation (Citizens). The website is intended to run in conjunction with three public hearings Citizens is required to hold around the state. Read more...

Office of Insurance Regulation - Press Releases

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Releases Annual Workers' Compensation Report to the Florida Legislature

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Seeks Disciplinary Action Against Conseco Life Insurance Co.

Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup Adopts Proposal to Offer Benefits to All Persons with a Developmental Disability

Media Advisory -- Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup to Discuss Draft Benefits Proposals

Media Advisory -- NCCI Work Comp Rate Hearing Tuesday

DOAH Judge Recommends Denial of State Farm Rate Increase

Fla. Gov. Crist Launches Cover Florida, Invites Florida’s Uninsured to Consider Affordable Health Insurance Options

Florida Insurance Commissioner Elected to Officer Position with National Association of Insurance Commissioners

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Earns Renewal of NAIC Accreditation

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves Another Round of Policy Removals From Citizens Property Insurance Corp.

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves Another Rate Decrease for Workers’ Compensation, but Cautions that Rate Increases Might Come Soon

Florida Insurance Commissioner Names John McBride Legislative Affairs Director

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty Comments Further on Fla. Supreme Court Decision on Attorney Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases

Statement by Fla. Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Fla. Supreme Court Decision on Attorney Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Selection of Cover Florida Insurers

Florida Insurance Commissioner Orders Further Reduction in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates

Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroup Discusses Coverage Options

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Says: Leave Insurance Regulation to the States

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Current Situation with AIG Companies

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s New Reinsurance Rule Approved by State Financial Services Commission

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Orders State Farm to Refund $120 Million to Policyholders for Unpaid Mitigation Discounts

Fla. Insurance Commissioner Appoints Additional Members to Developmental Disabilities Compact Consumer Advisory Workgroup

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues 2 Emergency Orders to Help Consumers Impacted by Hurricane Ike

Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Rejects State Farm

Florida Insurance Commissioner Approves AmCOMP Merger, also Requires Company to Refund $8.4 Million in Excess Profits

Proposed Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates Would Drop For 6th Consecutive Year

Media Advisory -- Florida Office of Insurance Regulation to host public hearing on Stranger Owned Life Insurance (STOLI)

Office issues notice of intent to disapprove State Farm’s 47.1 percent requested rate increase

Media Advisory -- Hurricane Deductible Does Not Apply

Media Advisory -- Meeting Postponed

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues 2 Emergency Orders to Help Consumers Impacted by Tropical Storm Fay

Florida Insurance Commissioner Names Eric Lingswiler Interim Director of Life and Health Product Review

Florida Insurance Commissioner and Allstate Resolve Pending Litigation, Company to Expand Writing Homeowners Insurance in Florida

*** URGENT *** Media Advisory - Florida Insurance Commissioner to hold a news conference on new development in the ongoing Allstate matter

Gov. Crist and Insurance Commissioner McCarty Announce Updated Web site to Shop for Homeowners’ Insurance

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues Notice of Intent to Disapprove Proposed Rate Hike for Florida Farm Bureau Insurance

Florida Insurance Commissioner Appoints Members of Developmental Disabilities Compact Workgroups

Florida to collect $1.7 million as part of multi-state settlement with HealthMarkets Inc.

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Praises Court’s Decision Prohibiting the Use of Mandatory Arbitration in Life Insurance Contracts

Media Advisory -- Commissioner to Speak to House Subcommittee

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Joins Gov. Crist in Meeting with Lloyd’s of London

Florida Insurance Commissioner Issues Final Order in Florida Farm Bureau Rate Challenge

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Gov. Crist Signing Annuities Bill into Law

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Retirement of Citizens’ Board Chairman Bruce Douglas

Statement by Florida Insurance Commissioner Kevin McCarty on Florida Supreme Court Order Declining Jurisdiction in Allstate Matter

Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty Issues Final Order in Hartford Rate Challenge

FLORIDA AGENCIES ANNOUNCE $4 MILLION INSURANCE SETTLEMENT WITH AON CORP.

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY APPROVES ANOTHER ROUND OF POLICY REMOVALS FROM CITIZENS

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY TO TESTIFY BEFORE U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUBCOMMITTEE

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY STAYS ALLSTATE SUSPENSION, CONTINUING COMPLIANCE REQUIRED

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION TO CONDUCT SYMPOSIUM TO HELP COMPANIES WITH FORM AND RATE FILINGS

FLORIDA APPEALS COURT DENIES ALLSTATE MOTION FOR REHEARING, SUSPENSION RESUMES

***URGENT*** MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON DISTRICT COURT OPINION AFFIRMING IFO AGAINST ALLSTATE

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION ISSUES ORDER ALLEGING INAPPROPRIATE BUSINESS PRACTICES TO 2 LIFE INSURANCE COMPANIES, AMERICAN FIDELITY LIFE AND TRANS WORLD ASSURANCE

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON HOUSE AND SENATE PASSAGE OF ANNUITIES BILL

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON HOUSE VERSION OF PROPERTY INSURANCE BILL

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION HOLDS PUBLIC HEARING ON NEW REINSURANCE RULES

**** CORRECTION **** FLORIDA APPEALS COURT DENIES ALLSTATE MOTION FOR REHEARING, SUSPENSION WILL RESUME

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD SUPPORTS GOVERNOR'S HEALTH PLAN

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON SENATE PASSAGE OF CONSUMER-FOCUSED BILL

MEDIA ADVISORY – FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON MEETING WITH ALLSTATE AGENTS

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL CLARIFIES RULING UPHOLDING FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES RESUMPTION OF ALLSTATE INSURANCE COMPANIES’ SUSPENSION

***URGENT*** MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON PASSAGE OF CONSUMER-FOCUSED BILL BY SENATE BANKING AND INSURANCE COMMITTEE

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES FORMAL COMPLAINT TO SUSPEND AMERICAN GENERAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. LICENSE

STATEMENT BY FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER KEVIN MCCARTY ON RECOMMENDATIONS BY SENATE SELECT COMMITTEE ON PROPERTY INSURANCE ACCOUNTABILITY

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER MCCARTY AMENDS CITIZENS' TAKE-OUT PROCEDURES AND REQUIRES POLICYHOLDER NOTIFICATION OF OFFERS FROM PRIVATE INSURANCE COMPANIES

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER TO SPEAK AT FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE FORUM SERIES

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION TO CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED RATE INCREASE

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION SUBMITS ANNUAL REPORT ON FREEDOM TO TRAVEL LAW

FLORIDA INSURANCE COMMISSIONER ORDERS WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE COMPANIES TO REFUND MILLIONS IN EXCESS PROFITS

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES FORMAL COMPLAINT TO SUSPEND ALLSTATE COMPANIES' LICENSES

MEDIA ADVISORY -- FROM THE FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION

FLORIDA HEALTH INSURANCE ADVISORY BOARD ANNOUNCES PUBLIC MEETING IN FT. LAUDERDALE

McCOLLUM, SINK AND McCARTY ANNOUNCE $12.5 MILLION AIG INSURANCE SETTLEMENT

FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION FILES ARGUMENT TO REINSTATE ALLSTATE SUSPENSION

* URGENT * Media Advisory - Florida Insurance Commissioner to hold a news conference on new development in the ongoing Allstate matter

URGENT MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE

CORRECTION FLORIDA APPEALS COURT DENIES ALLSTATE MOTION FOR REHEARING, SUSPENSION WILL RESUME

URGENT MEDIA ADVISORY -- FIRST DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL UPHOLDS FLORIDA OFFICE OF INSURANCE REGULATION IMMEDIATE FINAL ORDER AGAINST ALLSTATE