NYIA Newsroom 2009 Archives

Renters Insurance a Cost-Effective Purchase, Even in Tough Times, says NYIA
Most renters can buy thousands of dollars worth of property and liability insurance coverage for less than $20 a month, but fewer than half of those renting a home or an apartment have a renters insurance policy, according to NYIA.

September 1, 2009

New Report Finds 2000 Honda Civic is the most frequently stolen vehicle in New York State
The Hot Wheels 2009 study released by the National Insurance Crime Bureau examines data reported to the National Crime Information Center and determines the vehicle make, model, and model year most reported stolen in 2008.

August 27, 2009

NYIA Applauds New York for Making the State's Roadways Safer
Governor Paterson Signs Enhanced Graduated Drivers’ Licenses and Text Ban Bill into Law.

August 25, 2009

Heading Off to College
In tough economic times it's important to have adequate insurance coverage. NYIA Offers Tips for Insuring College Students’ Possessions.

July 28, 2009

More New York Motorists are Buckling Up
An increasing number of New York motorists are buckling up, thanks largely to the state’s “Click It or Ticket” law, the New York Insurance Association reported.

June 22, 2009

New York Boat Owners Need Proper Insurance Protection
As the Fourth of July holiday weekend approaches, boating season is well underway in New York State. And with private boat accidents causing more than $2 million in property damage in New York, having the appropriate insurance coverage is essential, says NYIA.

June 4, 2009

Wayne McOwen honored at NYIA Annual Conference
NYIA honored Wayne McOwen, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and Industry Relations for GUARD Insurance Group with NYIA’s 2009 Chair’s Distinguished Service Award on May 28, 2009.

April 28, 2009

Spring Showers Could Soon Bring Floods
Most New Yorkers live or work in areas that have some risk of flooding, says the New York Insurance Association (NYIA). Unfortunately, many people still don’t understand the importance of flood insurance.

April 15, 2009

New York Auto Theft in 2008
NYIA said Buffalo – Niagara Falls metropolitan area has the highest vehicle theft rate in New York State and the Elmira metro area has the lowest theft rate both in New York and in the nation.

April 6, 2009

Motorcycle Thefts in New York Rise; Owners should take precautions
NYIA cited a new report from the National Insurance Crime Bureau, which found that motorcycle thefts in New York State increased from 1,781 in 2007 to 1,851 in 2008.

March 9, 2009

Home Based Businesses
Home based businesses may require more insurance than provided by homeowners policies.

February 2, 2009

NYIA to Testify
Governor's Budget Could Lead to Job Loss and Increased Cost of Insurance for Consumers.

February 5, 2009

Governor and Legislature Slam NY Insurers and Customers
NYIA criticized the Governor and Legislature for slamming New York insurers and their policyholders with a $180 million “back-door” tax as part of the Deficit Reduction Plan passed this week.

January 29, 2009

Uninsured Drivers
Percentage of uninsured drivers in N.Y. among nation's lowest, but is expected to rise as unemployment increases, says new study.

January 21, 2009

NYIA Welcomes Allstate

January 15, 2009

Claim Filing Tips
Speed the homeowners claims process by keeping good records and utilizing your insurance company and agent resources, says NYIA.

Media Advisories

October 20, 2009

NYIA 2009 Annual Meeting
Keynote by New York State Insurance Superintendent James J. Wrynn

May 14, 2009

NYIA 2009 Annual Conference
New York State Insurance Department Superintendent Eric Dinallo to Deliver Keynote Address

March 6, 2009

NYIA CLE/CE Seminar and Regulatory Symposium
Includes keynote from Insurance Department on the New York State Budget and insurance company 332 assessments.