Rules to reduce health care costs

Health care costs are rising, and many people are feeling the pinch when it comes to paying their medical bills. Fortunately, there are some easy ways to reduce your health care costs. Try these tips to ensure that you’re not overspending on health care.
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Progressive Plans hoping for the best after Second Quarter

In a recent letter to shareholders recapping Progressive’s second-quarter financial performance, President Glenn Renwick wrote that “disappointing” results were “well within our control.”

Cheapest Car Insurance? Read more

Buying even the minimum levels of liability insurance can be expensive for good drivers. Research released in June by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) found that more than half of motorists in its sample -- drivers without moving violations or accidents who live in moderate-income areas -- were quoted rates of more than $1,000 a year for basic coverage. For 32 percent, the quotes averaged more than $1,500.

NAIC accept new requests for 2013

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners issued the following news release:

The National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) is currently accepting applications for the 2013 Consumer Liaison Program.

Allstate Insurance Co. has filed suit against the Florida Institute

A Florida neurologic clinic that specializes in treating patients with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries is being sued by a major automotive insurance company for more than $7 million in false claims stemming from charges it abused patients, failed to provide treatment, and kept them hospitalized without medical justification.