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By: Robert Procter & Judd Genda | Axley Attorneys At the PIAW Insurance Hotline, we receive many telephone calls from agents facing investigations or enforcement actions by the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI). As anyone that has been subject to an OCI investigation or enforcement action knows, OCI takes its role in protecting…
Read MoreNotice: Special Meeting of the Membership February 2nd at 7:00 pm Whitetail Inn 9038 WI-70 St. Germain, WI 54558 During this meeting, PIA members will have the opportunity to vote on the proposed changes to the by-laws. ARTICLE IV – BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 9. If any member of the Board of Directors shall be…
Read MoreThe final days of 2022 are upon us, and all eyes are turning toward 2023. Before the calendar changes, let’s look back at the top articles for our Newsline readers in 2022. Happy New Year! Five Areas Analysts Predict Will Challenge the Insurance Industry in 2023 In the aftermath of the pandemic, with a recession…
Read MoreMadison, WI – The Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin (PIAW) – a trade association representing thousands of independent agents from across the state – recently announced the creation of a new award to recognize the accomplishments of Wisconsin legislators working to improve the insurance industry and the prosperity of small businesses in the state. The…
Read MoreThe holiday season is a joyful time of year, but it can also be filled with unintended consequences. Criminals tend to strike more often, preying on people who let down their guard — burglaries and thefts of opportunity rise. And, while people enjoy the spirit of the season, they forget to practice common-sense safety or take…
Read MoreVizance, an independent insurance agency serving Wisconsin and surrounding states, recently announced that Tom Schaetz has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer. Schaetz was previously the Director of Strategy and Growth and is both a shareholder of the company and a member of the agency’s executive leadership team. As COO, Schaetz will focus on accelerating…
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