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Legislative/regulatory issues
’Steering’ to repair shops
This resource kit explains the law regarding the steering of policyholders to preferred repair facilities. 2 pages
An engaging article on e-delivery of documents
A discussion about the importance of following the law when it comes to e-delivery of insurance documents. 3 pages
Distorted patents and exorbitant premiums
Offers information on the background of patents and why they are costly to insure. 2 pages
Does the Red Flags Rule affect me?
A brief overview of who is affected by these rules and what precautions must be taken to comply. 2 pages
FAQ: PIANY’s anti-arson application repeal law
A comprehensive FAQ outlining the repeal of the anti-arson application in Buffalo, N.Y. 1 page
Federal and state do-not-call rules: a guide for PIA members
Provides specific advice about individual legal, business or other questions relating to do-not-call rules. 13 pages
Get the facts on the do-not-fax law
A comprehensive summary of the federal do-not-fax law so you can act in accordance with this rule. 3 pages
How high is your duty-of-care?
This resource kit discusses how an agent must interact with their client to avoid breaching his/her duty of care. 2 pages
Insurance for punitive damages
A comprehensive discussion of punitive damages, their insurability and how certain states approach the issue. 2 pages
Insurance producers: independent contractors or employees?
This resource kit offers guidance on how to make the proper determination as to whether a producer is an independent contractor or an employee. 2 pages
Life insurance settlements—proceed with care
Comprehensive review of life-settlement arrangements and how they can affect your insureds. 9 pages
N.Y. tie-in sales—OGC Opinion 87-2
Text of an opinion of general counsel for New York state where the New York State Department of Financial Services discusses tie-in sales, which are when an insurer refuses to write a particular policy unless the insured purchases an additional policy. 2 pages
National Association of Professional Insurance Agents 2022 issues of focus
Overview of the federal legislative issues papers that support the independent agency system and the consumer they protect. 10 pages
New York City Department of Transportation permit bond requirements
An overview of the changes made by the New York City Department of Transportation regarding permit bonds for contractors doing work within the New York City metropolitan area. 2 pages
New York City passes sidewalk liability to property owners
An accurate summary of the new legislation whereby responsibility for claims is passed from New York City to property owners, in certain circumstances. 5 pages
New York cybersecurity regulation compliance checklist
A comprehensive checklist to assist association members in complying with the new cybersecurity regulation, which took effect Jan. 1, 2017. 1 page
New York laws regulating insurance agency advertising, giveaways, inducements and rebates
A comprehensive analysis of the insurance statutes and regulations as they relate to insurance agency advertisement efforts. 4 pages
New York loss runs
This resource kit discusses the laws relating to an insurer’s requirement to furnish loss runs. 2 pages
New York telemarketing rules
Comprehensive resource kit explaining the telemarketing law, facts on the "do not call" list and applicable regulations. 26 pages
NY HERO Act: What are your responsibilities?
This resource kit provides guidance on the NY HERO Act and offers guidance to employers for developing an airborne infectious disease prevention plan. 2 pages
NYPIUA shutdown fact sheet
A question-and-answer on what can be expected and events surrounding the shutdown of the New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association. 2 pages
Online marketing, social media and insurance advertising laws
A review of different states’ rules with regard to online marketing or advertising. 2 pages
PIA multistate windstorm and hurricane deductible guide
A comprehensive review of the hurricane deductible rules for Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Vermont and other neighboring states. 2 pages
PIA’s guide to the CAN-SPAM Act
An in-depth look at the Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act of 2003 and how it affects the insurance industry when using email solicitation. 6 pages
PIANY hails law raising auto surcharge threshold
A comprehensive look at Chapter 277 of the Laws of 2010 raising the auto threshold from $1,000 to $2,000. 2 pages
PIANY legislative wrap-up—2022
Offers an overview of 2022 insurance-related legislative bills and the governor’s subsequent action. 5 pages
PIANY’s 2023 legislative priorities
PIANY position paper on the legislative issues most important to insurance agents and brokers. 4 pages
Prejudice and the claims-made policy
This resource kit discusses what can happen when a claim is reported late to a carrier on a claims-made policy. 2 pages
Price optimization (or, how a goat is gotten)
This resource kit discusses the issues surrounding price optimization and how some states are dealing with it. 2 pages
Producer notification requirements regarding administrative actions
Outlines requirements in different states with regard to notifying the state insurance department when a producer is involved in an administrative action. 2 pages
Protect your agency: copyright and trademarks
A discussion of how to protect your agency with copyrights and trademarks. 2 pages
Red Flags Rule—PIA offers guidance
Some of the most commonly asked questions about a producer’s requirement to comply with the Red Flags Rule. 2 pages
Regulation 79 and the weekend car deal
Important information to share with your clients on purchasing a vehicle over the weekend. 1 page
Sample customer letter: Explanation of an impending insurance company rate increase
A sample letter that producers can send to their customers letting them know of an impending rate increase by their insurance company. 1 page
Sample fax consent form
Sample fax consent form for agencies to use in getting their clients’ permission to fax to comply with the do-not-fax rule effective July 1, 2005. 1 page
Sample homeowners insurance effective date notice
A sample notice to provide real-estate lenders/closing offices regarding binders prior to closing dates. 3 pages
Summary of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 and sample disclosure form
An overview of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 requiring brokers and consultants to group health plans to disclose their compensation if they expect to receive $1,000 or more in direct or indirect compensation for providing their services. 3 pages
The commercial-lines deregulation law in New York state
Discussion of the effects this law could have on you and the customers you serve. 8 pages
The FYI on UVAs ASAP
This resource kit provides information on rules and regulations in place for the use of drones for agencies and underwriting purposes. 2 pages
The history and origins of state anti-rebating laws
This resource kit gives you the background and a firm understanding of state anti-rebating laws and how to apply them in a business context. 3 pages
Unfair claims practices—Regulation 64 and New York Insurance Law Section 2601
This resource kit discusses rules carriers must follow in respect to claims processing as set forth in Regulation 64. 2 pages
Upstate New York ride hailing becomes law
A review of the newly passed upstate New York ride-hailing legislation. 3 pages
Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994—the reason carriers are conducting background checks on their agents
This resource kit outlines the requirements of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, and discusses the issue of agent background checks as well as information on carriers requesting Social Security numbers. 4 pages
What insurance producers should know about New York City Department of Buildings insurance requirements
A comprehensive review of the New York City Department of Buildings insurance requirements. 4 pages
What is bad faith?
A discussion about bad faith during the claims process. 2 pages