Q. Our insured has a corporate policy of no personal use of business autos used by employees. Recently, an employee used an auto for personal use and totaled the vehicle. Our insured has told the adjuster the employee did not … Continue reading →

Independent Agent magazine recently profiled Tracy Lange, VP of Higginbotham’s Transportation Group, for the magazine’s regular Declaration of Independents feature. Before transitioning to a career as a trucking and transportation insurance specialist, Tracy spent nearly three decades in the health … Continue reading →

The Surplus Lines Stamping Office of Texas (SLTX) has reported another record-setting year, with a recorded $6.08 billion in E&S premium for 2018. This represents an 11.4% growth over 2017. Certain coverages have continued an upward trend of increased premium. … Continue reading →

January is always a time for resolutions, but no one can do it all on their own. Every independent agency relies heavily on its carrier partners for support. As you ring in the New Year and begin to forecast your … Continue reading →

If you are attending the Joe Vincent Management Seminar, Jan. 27-29,  you are clearly committed to making 2019 your agency’s best year ever! The insurance industry is changing, and educating yourself on the best practices has to be a top … Continue reading →