Shamrock Social Brings NextGen Energy to NYC
Big I New York’s first-ever NextGen NYC Shamrock Social kicked off St. Patrick’s Day season in style, bringing together independent agents, carrier partners, and young professionals for an evening of…
Big I New York’s first-ever NextGen NYC Shamrock Social kicked off St. Patrick’s Day season in style, bringing together independent agents, carrier partners, and young professionals for an evening of…
At the urging of Big I New York, State Senator and Insurance Committee Chair Jamaal Bailey this week introduced legislation to repeal an outdated insurance producer advertising law that has…
Entering the insurance industry can be both exciting and overwhelming. With complex coverage concepts, evolving regulations, and a fast-paced agency environment, new hires are often expected to learn quickly while…
Women are the backbone of the insurance industry, making up roughly 60% of the workforce and carrying institutional knowledge that keeps agencies and companies thriving. Yet too often, when women…
The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has formally proposed an amended regulation on hurricane deductible triggers. The department is accepting comments from the public until July 7th. The…
It will be easier for victims of dog bites to hold pet owners liable thanks to a ruling last month from New York’s highest court. The Court of Appeals unanimously overturned…
Big I New York’s bill to create a single insurance producer’s license has been introduced in the New York State Assembly. Assemblymember Pamela J. Hunter (D-128th District) introduced Assembly Bill 8065 in that…
Capitol Hill was buzzing last week with hundreds of independent insurance agents who traveled to Washington, D.C. for the 2025 Big “I” Legislative Conference. Big I New York and Connecticut were well-represented with…
Question from an agent: “We recently had an issue with a carrier not accepting a signed lost policy release (LPR) cancellation request we sent them. My customer service representative (CSR) called them,…
The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board has announced that maximum weekly disability benefit will increase to $1,222.42. By law, the board adjusts the maximum weekly benefit each year, effective July 1st. The current…