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Because the insurance industry is evolving, and rules and regulations change, we help you stay up-to-date by sending carrier, product, and other updates regularly via emails and e-newsletters, post updates in our online Newsroom, and post on social media. Check out the latest news below.

A.B. 5: Major Change to California Employment Law: Contractors vs. W-2 Employees

A new California law, Assembly Bill 5, is in effect for 2020. It significantly affects employers that hire and classify California employees as “1099”/independent contractors.

7 Ways to Improve Your Insurance Agency Marketing

Seven ideas to consider promoting your agency and improving your marketing.

Additional Topics You May Be Interested In

Underwriting topics you may be interested in.

Participation Guide for Vision Coverage

Carrier guidelines for Vision coverage.

Participation Guide for Dental

Summarizes carrier guidelines for Dental coverage.

What's the Diehl: Will Artificial Intelligence Replace Brokers?

Recently at a meeting, a customer good-naturedly elbowed me in the ribs and inquired conspiratorially if I believed that Artificial Intelligence would one day replace brokers.  My immediate response was an emphatic, “No!”

Get to Know Account Management

Word & Brown’s Account Management structure means we’ll be able to provide you – and those you serve – with the best service.