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Better customer outcomes under the refreshed General Insurance Code of Practice Suncorp today marks a significant milestone for the industry, as the 2020 General Insurance Code of Practice (the Code) becomes effective after one of the most extensive reviews in its 25-year history. Issued by the Insurance Council of Australia (ICA), subscribers to the Code are committed to high standards of service, above and beyond legal requirements, to promote better customer outcomes. Suncorp Insurance Produ...

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On Thursday plaintiff VitaCare Family Practice, PLLC (VitaCare) filed a complaint in the District Court of Texas, Harris County, against defendant Molina

‘The Crime of the Century’: Opioid Crisis Doc’s 10 Most Shocking Revelations The new HBO docuseries lifts the curtain on how pharmaceutical companies profit from pain Alex Noble | May 11, 2021 @ 10:00 PM HBO In his new documentary, filmmaker Alex Gibney (“Going Clear”) alleges that the U.S. opioid crisis is not just a crisis but a crime committed by pharmaceutical companies, distributors, pharmacists and doctors all looking for a paycheck. Now that the acclaimed two-part series has la...

Two Bills Relating to Auto Insurance Claims Practices Advance in Texas May 11, 2021 House Bill 359 The Texas House May 7 passed House Bill 359, which addresses delaying tactics practiced by insurers in claims involving uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. According to legislative analysis of HB359 by Rep. Charlie Geren, District 99, the legislation was filed over “concerns that insurance carriers that delay claim evaluations, significantly undervalu...

Texas Bill Would Require Disclosure on ‘Occupational Insurance’ Policies April 28, 2021 Texas legislation requiring an occupational insurance policy to include a specified disclosure statement clarifying the policy is not a workers’ compensation policy has passed the state House of Representatives. House Bill 3769 by Rep. John Smithee, District 86, “amends the Insurance Code to require an occupational insurance policy to include a specified disclosure...

Man booked for murder in fatal shooting during fugitive recovery in Palm Springs had criminal history The bail agent the Riverside County Sheriffs Department said killed a suspected fugitive was booked for murder on Friday, but News Channel 3 has learned much more about his criminal past. Per station policy, News Channel 3 will not release his identity until formal charges have been filed. The man was convicted on one count of assault with a deadly weapon in 2011. Court documents reveal that in...

Press Release April 19, 2021 Bong Go files bill that seeks to amend the Insurance Code to further protect Filipinos investing in health insurance, and promote health security in the country As the pandemic continues to underline the importance of health security, Senator Christopher "Bong" Go has filed a measure seeking to amend Presidential Decree No. 1460, otherwise known as The Insurance Code of 1978, in an effort to protect and safeguard the interests of Filipinos investing in health insura...

Company :   Porsche Retail Group Porsche is one of the world’s most iconic brands and they are seeking a Vehicle Technician for their prestigious Hatfield car dealership. The Role of Vehicle Technician You will be reporting to the Porsche Service Team Manager and be responsible for carrying out maintenance and repair of vehicles in line with Porsche repair process, meeting customer expectations, whilst ensuring commercial and operational requirements are considered at all times. Core Spec...

HOUSTON – USAA Casualty Insurance recently had a summary judgment win affirmed by the First Court of Appeals. The opinion stems from a lawsuit brought by Amy Powell, who sued USAA claiming breach of contract and violations of the Insurance Code. Back in April 2016, Houston flooded in the Tax Day Floods. Court records show Powell filed a claim with FEMA for flood damage and was paid just under $15,000. A few months later, on June 14, 2016, Powell filed a claim with USAA for damage to her home ...