Brent Howell has been named vice president at Watkins Insurance Group

Brent Howell has been named vice president and account executive of Austin, Texas-based Watkins Insurance Group’s Employee and Group Benefits Department. Howell will lead Watkins’ Benefits department, which offers employee and group benefits as well as individual life and health plans.

New CEO in CNP Assurances

French personal injury insurer, CNP Assurances, has announced the appointment of Frédéric Lavenir as chief executive officer.

Mr Lavenir will take office on 26th September 2012, replacing Antoine Lissowski.

Unusual insurance requirements in Pet Insurance

A dog that got bitten by a turtle, a hound found literally hanging around the barbecue grill and a cat that went for a ride after getting stuck in a car engine are among the nominees announced by Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI) for its VPI Hambone Award honoring the “Most Unusual Claim of the Year.”

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.
Use Preventative Services

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.”