IIAV NEWSLETTER

Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia


March 2013
TAPCO Underwriters Inc
WELCOME

New Members:
   -Virginia Group Benefits, Richmond, District 3
   -Bell Insurance Corp., Newport News, District 1
   -The Andrew Agency, Inc., Richmond, District 3
   -Fortenberry Insurance Brokers, Richmond, District 3
   -Insurance Specialists of Virginia Inc., Norfolk, District 2

 
FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT AND CEO
Following the House and Senate votes on IIAV's proposed legislation on navigators, which sent them on their way for the governor's signature, I'm back at the IIAV office where it's safe and sound. I immediately held a staff meeting to find out what has been going on in my absence. As expected, I didn't find anyone who was bored.

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The Hartford Insurance Group
STATE & NATIONAL NEWS
During the 2012 General Assembly session, the Virginia General Assembly amended Article 7 of Chapter 18, Title 38.2 of the Code of Virginia to streamline the Continuing Education ("CE") process for insurance agents subject to Virginia Insurance CE requirements.

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The IRS has provided an article with advice on how to avoid becoming an identity theft victim.

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2012 Statistics Show Continued Progress Stamping Out Fraud in Virginia

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The Obama Administration has released its final rule on essential health benefits, which sets out what benefits insurers must offer starting in 2014.

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IIAV NEWS
Each month, IIAV selects one of the Association’s agencies that is aggressively – or perhaps assertively – "shaking things up" through such growth. This month the spotlight is upon MidSouth Assurance.

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On February 21, the Independent Insurance Agents of Virginia Young Agents’ Committee hosted Cocktails for a Cause at Hardywood Park Craft Brewery to benefit the Huntington’s Disease Society of America.

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Thank you to the following VAIA volunteers who helped out at ODU, VCU and Granby High School career events in February.

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Agents and brokers in Virginia are invited to a terrific event April 21 at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge.

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You’re Invited to VAIA’s Vino Evening on May 10

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EDUCATION
Sign up for classes and events online at www.iiav.com. To register at member prices, you MUST enter your member ID and password. If you do not have this information, please call IIAV at 1-800-288-4428.

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This webinar will look at requirements for registering with FMCSA as a brokers as well as registering with DOT number, electronic on board recorders, the expanded role of Secretary and the new CSA changes.

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IIAV and VAIA offer a variety of different topics, even designation courses, which can be brought to your office. Make training scheduling easier on your agency by having courses in-house.

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On April 10 at 2 p.m. ET, the Virtual University’s Bill Wilson will present the webinar, "Be Careful What You Ask For...The New 2013 ISO CGL Changes"

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VIRGINIA ASSOCIATION OF INSURANCE AGENTS
The Insurance Career Center continues to be a resource to post openings for full-time, part-time and internship positions within the insurance industry.

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IIAV MEMBER RESOURCES
Question 1: What is meant by "Employment at Will"? Question 2: Are there required holidays that I have to give my employees?

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See what is happening with IIAV, VAIA and the Young Agents on Facebook.

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E&O SPOTLIGHT
Small Actions Can Prevent Big E&O Claims

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PRESS RELEASES
Many businesses are required to undergo mandatory Cyber Security Regulatory and Compliance testing

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IIAV is sad to report the passing of two distinguished and long-time members: Bill Wood and Williams "Bill" Burnette

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We are pleased to announce the recipient of the $5,000 IIAV Heritage Grant as provided by Fireman’s Fund Insurance Company is the Forest Volunteer Fire Company in Forest, Va.

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Atlantic Specialty Lines, Inc.
Apogee Insurance Group
Harleysville Insurance Companies
Gateway Specialty Insurance
Commonwealth Underwriters Ltd