Insurance Companies Want Even More

Prop. 103 was passed by the California voters in 1988. It rolled back insurance rates and saved Californians more than $60 billion in the last 20 years. Now, Republican Insurance Commissioner (and former billionaire Silicon Valley software entrepreneur), Steve Poizner, wants to change some of the rules. “Insurance companies want much more, and Poizner will likely give it to them.” Former Democratic Insurance Commissioner, and likely 2010 Gubernatorial candidate, John Garamendi, indicated that: "I am more than disappointed, I am alarmed." Read the entire article at http://www.mercurynews.com/peninsula/ci_11736639

Your Credit Score and Insurance Premiums

Did you know that your automobile and homeowner's insurance carriers use your credit score to set your premium? This happens in all states, including California. In Florida, there are hearings being held on the subject. Read about it at http://www.orlandosentinel.com/business/orl-insurance-regulators-credit-scoring-021709,0,1930629.story

Economy Crippling Judicial System

"New Hampshire's busiest court, Rockingham County Superior Court in Brentwood, 20 miles from the Massachusetts border, has been called on to hold off jury trials for the month of February as part of a move to cut costs. A total of 151 cases — 121 criminal and 30 civil — are being pushed back, according to a list from the clerk's office." Read the entire article at http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20090217-NEWS-902170358

Federal Help with COBRA

As part of the Stimulus Package, the Federal Govenment is assisting people who lose their jobs with their COBRA premiums. Read all about it at http://www.venturacountystar.com/news/2009/feb/16/cobra-aid-soothes-pain-of-the-jobless/

Suits criticize Kaiser emergency procedures

A recent lawsuit criticizes Kaiser Permanente's emergency procedures. Read about it at http://www.sacbee.com/ourregion/story/1626368.html?mi_rss=Our%2520Region

First Blog

This is the first blog entry for Airola Law Offices. In the days, weeks, months and years to come we will post useful information for the consumer concerning a whole host of topics relating to injured people pursuing claims and lawsuits against insurance companies. You can also feel free to log onto our website, www.law4injury.com, which also contains a lot of information. Thank you!